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Swahili with Rom
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Swahili
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English
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Patient & Goal-Focused Native Swahili Tutor | Helping You Learn Swahili for Travel, Work, Culture
Teaches
Swahili
Native
Speaks
English
German
Other
Spanish
Patient & Goal-Focused Native Swahili Tutor | Helping You Learn Swahili for Travel, Work, Culture
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From United Republic of TanzaniaLiving in Dar es Salaam, United Republic of Tanzania (09:53 UTC+03:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 12, 2026InterestsWritingEnvironment & NatureReadingHistoryTravel
Habari! Jambo! Jina langu ni Romanus.
My name is Romanus, and I am from Tanzania. I am a native Swahili speaker and an experienced Swahili tutor with over 3 years of teaching students from beginner to advanced levels.
I support learners with conversational and business Swahili, focusing on building confidence so you can speak naturally and with ease. My lessons are practical, supportive, and adapted to your goals and learning style.
I love traveling, playing football, travel photography, and learning languages. While studying in Germany, I learned German myself, so I truly understand the challenges of learning a new language.
Karibu sana darasani! I look forward to learning with you.Me as a Teacher
As a Tutor, I help students learn Swahili for daily conversation, travel, work, and cultural understanding. I’m patient, supportive, and student-focused, and I always adapt my lessons to each learner’s level and goals. I encourage students to speak confidently and see mistakes as a natural part of learning. As a native speaker, I share authentic pronunciation, common phrases, and cultural insights used in real-life communication across Tanzania and East Africa.
My main aim is to make sure that you reach your learning goals, and so I tailor each and every class to a student's specific needs. I use the trial lesson to better understand exactly what what your needs are. My lessons & teaching style
Each lesson is tailored to your needs. In the trial lesson, I assess your level, challenges, and goals, then create a personalized learning plan for steady progress.
You’ll start speaking Swahili from the beginning in a relaxed and supportive environment. Lessons are interactive, with a strong focus on speaking, listening, pronunciation, and practical vocabulary.
Lesson structure:
Before class: short optional self-study tasks
During class: step-by-step practice with clear examples and feedback
After class: review materials and practice tasks
You will have access to a dedicated Google Drive folder with all lesson notes, slides, audio, and extra resources to support your learning anytime.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
5
Students
11
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Swahili Lessons
Trial Lesson
1 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Swahili for Absolute Beginners | Speak from Your First Lesson
A1Conversation4 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Package with 15% off
Elementary Swahili | Build Vocabulary & Speak with Confidence
A2 - B1Conversation2 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 14% off
Intermediate Swahili | Speak Fluently, Accurately & Naturally
B1Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Package with 10% off
Swahili for Travelers | Practical Swahili for Real Situations
A1Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 13% off
Conversational Swahili | Speak Naturally & Confidently
A1Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Package with 10% off
Swahili for Kids | Fun, Interactive & Structured Lessons
A1Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Package with 10% off
Swahili for Kids (Group Class) | Fun, Interactive & Structured Learning
A1 - B1Conversation4 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 13% off
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Quiz (125)
3 Reviews
Philip Hillmann
1 Swahili lesson
Teacher’s pick
The Lesson was excellent. Even though my english is not the best, i had a very nice time. I fehlt like I made a lot of progress and Rom was very Kind and helpful. Furthermore he had everything well prepared. We did some Tasks and He explained everything perfect. I can only recommend it.
Mar 30, 2026
Reignmond
1 Swahili lesson
Teacher’s pick
I had a really positive experience learning with Rom. From the beginning, he took time to understand my goals and structured the lesson in a very clear and organized way. As a beginner, I felt comfortable because he explained everything step by step and made sure I understood before moving on.
Rom is very patient and knowledgeable. He answers questions clearly and gives helpful explanations, especially with pronunciation. At the same time, he brings great energy to the class while still keeping a calm and focused atmosphere. I also appreciated how disciplined and well-prepared the lesson was; it felt structured but never rigid.
Overall, the class felt balanced, supportive, and motivating. I’m looking forward to continuing my Swahili journey with him.
Feb 16, 2026
Marilenium
2 Swahili lessons
Teacher’s pick
I'm a beginner of Swahili, but the first lesson with Rom made me want to study more of it. Asante sana Rom, tuonane tena!
Mar 4, 2026
Trial Lesson
USD 5.00
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