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How to Say "You are beautiful" in Swahili

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
wewe ni mzuri
"You are beautiful" in Swahili 路 say it like weh-weh nee m-zoo-ree

The most natural way to say "You are beautiful" in Swahili is wewe ni mzuri. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

wewe ni mrembo
more commonly used for women
wewe ni mrembo sana
adds emphasis, meaning 'you are very beautiful'

When to use it

You can use this phrase to compliment someone on their appearance. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. Use it when you genuinely appreciate someone's beauty, whether in a friendly or romantic context.

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Examples in Swahili

SwahiliEnglish
Wewe ni mzuri sana leo.You look very beautiful today.
Ningependa kusema wewe ni mzuri.I would like to say that you are beautiful.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'mzuri' with 'nzuri', which is incorrect.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear wewe ni mzuri, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Swahili with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say this to strangers?

Yes, but it is best to use it in a respectful manner.

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