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Swahili, a Bantu language widely spoken in East Africa, boasts a rich and intricate system of noun formation, including the use of compound nouns. Compound nouns in Swahili are formed by combining two or more words to create a new noun with a distinct meaning. This process is not only fascinating but also essential for achieving fluency in Swahili, as it expands vocabulary and enhances understanding of the language's structure. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, mastering compound nouns will significantly improve your ability to communicate complex ideas and understand native speakers. Our Swahili Compound Nouns Exercises are designed to help you practice and internalize the formation and usage of these nouns. Through a variety of engaging exercises, you will learn how to identify and create compound nouns, understand their meanings, and use them correctly in sentences. These exercises will also expose you to a broader range of vocabulary and contexts, making your Swahili more dynamic and versatile. Dive into these exercises to strengthen your grasp of Swahili compound nouns and take another step towards fluency in this beautiful language.
1. Wanafunzi walitembea kwenye *daraja* kuelekea shule (a structure built to span a physical obstacle).
2. Mkulima aliweka mazao kwenye *godauni* baada ya kuvuna (a place used for storing goods).
3. Alienda sokoni kununua *kitabu* cha hadithi (an item used for reading).
4. Wafanyakazi walikusanyika kwenye *mkutano* kujadili miradi mipya (a formal gathering for discussion).
5. Tunahitaji *mchoro* wa jengo kabla ya kuanza ujenzi (a diagram or plan for a building).
6. Mama alitengeneza *chakula* cha jioni kwa familia (something prepared to eat).
7. Watoto walicheza kwenye *uwanja* baada ya shule (an open area for playing or sports).
8. Alimpa zawadi ya *saa* kwa kumbukumbu ya siku ya kuzaliwa (an item used to tell time).
9. Wavuvi walileta *samaki* kutoka baharini (an aquatic animal that is often caught for food).
10. Tunahitaji *kamusi* ili kutafsiri maneno magumu (a book used to understand word meanings).
1. Wanafunzi walicheza kwenye *uwanja* (a place where children play).
2. Alipanda *mlima* mkubwa sana (a high natural elevation).
3. Mama alikwenda *dukani* kununua chakula (a place where you buy goods).
4. Wafanyakazi walipumzika kwenye *kijiji* (a small rural community).
5. Watoto walikula *chakula* cha mchana (something you eat).
6. Alisoma *kitabu* kizuri sana (a collection of written or printed sheets bound together).
7. Polisi alikamata *mwizi* usiku (a person who takes others' property without permission).
8. Walitembea kwenye *barabara* ndefu sana (a way or course for vehicles or pedestrians).
9. Alivaa *nguo* nzuri sana (something you wear).
10. Walienda *shuleni* asubuhi (a place for learning).
1. Mwalimu alifundisha kuhusu *mashine* mpya za shule (compound noun for machines).
2. Kijiji kimepata *mashamba* mapya ya kilimo (compound noun for farms).
3. Tunahitaji *kitabu* cha kuandika mawazo yetu (compound noun for book).
4. Watoto walipenda sana *michezo* ya shule (compound noun for games).
5. Alinunua *kipande* cha ardhi kwa ajili ya nyumba (compound noun for piece).
6. Wanafunzi walipata *majibu* ya maswali yao (compound noun for answers).
7. Nyumba yetu ina *mabomba* mapya ya maji (compound noun for pipes).
8. Alipika chakula kwa kutumia *kitunguu* na vitunguu saumu (compound noun for onion).
9. Walipanda *miti* mingi katika shamba lao (compound noun for trees).
10. Tunahitaji *mifuko* ya kubeba bidhaa zetu (compound noun for bags).
