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How do you pronounce Swahili word wema?

The Swahili word "wema" is pronounced "WAY-ma".

Here's a breakdown:

* "WE" sounds like the English word "we"

* "MA" sounds like the English word "ma" but with a slightly more drawn-out "a" sound.

It's important to remember that Swahili pronunciation is quite distinct from English pronunciation, so listening to a native speaker is the best way to perfect the pronunciation.

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