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🗣️ “Cook Her… or Cook for Her? How Two Little Letters Change Everything in Swahili

🗣️ “Cook Her… or Cook for Her? How Two Little Letters Change Everything in Swahili

Update: 2025-04-16
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Ever tried to say “I’m cooking for her” and accidentally said “I’m cooking her” in Swahili? 👀

Yep. That can happen.
And it all comes down to two little letters: -ia / -ea.

In this episode, I’ll break down:

  • The difference between regular verbs and prepositional verbs

  • Why these endings are essential for clarity

  • Easy examples to help you speak for someone—not accidentally about someone 😅

💡 Whether you’re new to Swahili or deep into your learning journey, this little grammar gem is going to save you from some awkward moments.

If you’re ready to turn your Swahili learning into confident speaking, come work with me!

📲 Download the LSN: Swahili Made Easy App (available on iOS + Android)
or
💬 Join my 21-day speaking course, Beyond Ignite—it’s designed for busy adults who want real progress.

Just search “LSN: Swahili Made Easy” in your app store, or tap the link in the show notes to get started.

Let’s build your Swahili fluency—one confident sentence at a time

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🗣️ “Cook Her… or Cook for Her? How Two Little Letters Change Everything in Swahili

🗣️ “Cook Her… or Cook for Her? How Two Little Letters Change Everything in Swahili

Karen W. Stringer Ph.D.