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    • Recap & Key Takeaways:

      • Affixes (Viambishi) are essential components of Swahili grammar that modify word meaning and structure.
      • Swahili affixes can be classified into:
        • Prefixes – Attach to the beginning of words (ni- in ninaandika)
        • Infixes – Appear in the middle of words (-na- in anakula)
        • Suffixes – Attach to the end of words (-ni in shuleni)
      • Mastering affixes helps in verb conjugation, sentence formation, and clear communication.
      • Understanding affixes is crucial for learning Swahili tenses, pronouns, and word relationships.