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How do you say pleased to meet in Swahili?

There are a few ways to say "pleased to meet you" in Swahili, depending on the context and level of formality. Here are a few options:

Formal:

* Nimefurahi kukutana nawe. (Nee-meh-foo-rah-hee koo-koo-tah-nah nah-weh) - This is a direct translation of "I am happy to meet you."

* Nimefurahi sana kukutana nawe. (Nee-meh-foo-rah-hee sah-nah koo-koo-tah-nah nah-weh) - This is the same as the first option, but emphasizes the happiness and adds "very" for a stronger sentiment.

Informal:

* Nimefurahi kukutana nawe. (This is the same as the formal version but used in informal situations.)

* Nimefurahi kukujua. (Nee-meh-foo-rah-hee koo-koo-joo-ah) - This means "I'm happy to know you."

Even more informal:

* Samahani. (Sah-mah-hah-nee) - This is a more casual greeting, roughly equivalent to "nice to meet you." It can be used with friends or acquaintances.

You can also use a phrase like:

* Karibu. (Kah-ree-boo) - This means "welcome." It can be used to greet someone in a friendly way.

It's important to note that Swahili is a language with many nuances, so the best phrase to use will depend on the specific context and your relationship with the person you are speaking to.

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