- A video of Meru's grandmother trying to speak English has gone viral on social media and sparked laughter among Kenyans
- In the tape, the lady at the beginning asks which language to use between Meru, Kiswahili and English
- He begins by greeting in English but quickly admits that he prefers to speak in Meru, prompting laughter and humor from the locals present.
Video of the tomato from Meru trying to talk to a reporter in English has emerged on social media and amused Kenyans.
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The lady who wanted to contribute to something that the journalist asked, started by asking in which language she should answer.
In the region of TikTok online, the elderly woman said she could answer in Meru, Kiswahili, and English, adding that she was comfortable using all those languages.
“Speak to me in English, Meru or Kiswahili? OK. Good afternoon, everyone. Should I say everything and the nini…? (stuttering). It doesn't matter, as long as it's not my language. Therefore, I want to say I will speak in Kiswahili,” he said while the locals around him burst into laughter.
Kenyans who were happy with the video praised the grandmother for the way she tried. Here are some of their comments:
Tony Murigi:
“If he goes Tanzaniawill be an English teacher.”
Pollie Meme said:
“On behalf of the Meru community, we are proud of you, mother.”
Baba Imani said:
“Wow. English is an amazing language. It seems there was a time when he was speaking English.”
Daniel Daniel said:
“It doesn't matter because it's not my language (laughing emojis). When our parents are happy, we are happy too.”
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