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Swahili+

This is the 'bonus' page for InterVarsity Kenya Global Program students starting to learn Swahili. Here you will find video tutorials, downloadable tutorial PDFs, worksheets, a helpful vocabulary list, and further resources.

Start with the videos (in order, of course). The Swahili tutorial PDFs are designed to be used in conjunction with the videos. They will help reinforce what you are learning, clarify sticking points, and make your time more fruitful.

Happy language learning! Safiri salama!

Videos


Documents

Kenya GP Kiswahili Tutorial.pdf
File Size: 66 kb
File Type: pdf
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Swahili Worksheet - a bit more advanced.pdf
File Size: 129 kb
File Type: pdf
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Forming Simple Sentences in Kiswahili.pdf
File Size: 43 kb
File Type: pdf
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Swahili Vocabulary.pdf
File Size: 93 kb
File Type: pdf
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Resources

Duolingo
Free iOS and Android app that allows you to learn at your own pace.

Pimsleur Swahili Course (audio book)
An expensive course option if you buy it...BUT libraries often carry it (check digital collections), so you can check it out for free!
This is an excellent way to learn quality Swahili fast (30 minutes per day) with native speakers. Highly recommended!

Teach Yourself Swahili
A Teach Yourself Language book. Can purchase the book separately or with CDs.
​The older used versions are cheaper, and all can be found on Amazon.

FC LangMedia
YouTube series featuring short training videos with native speakers.

Swahili Cheat Sheet
This webpage is an excellent Swahili grammar summary from a student at the University of Pittsburgh.  It is clear, simple, and thorough. Highly recommended!

Swahili Resources
A comprehensive compilation of links guaranteed to help with Swahili.


Swahili - English Dictionary
Free online Swahili Dictionary at AfricanLanguages.

Google Translate
Offers translations between Swahili and English, and vice versa.

Children's Books in Swahili
A Canadian website with multiple Swahili storybooks at multiple levels of reading.

Gospel of Matthew in Swahili Podcast
A great way to get some good listening practice!


BBC in Swahili
Have you already learned some Swahili, or are at an advanced level? Try reading and listening to news in Swahili!
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