Sokoni

Sokoni is a Swahili word meaning "in the market" or "at the market." It is formed from the noun soko, meaning "market," with the locative suffix -ni, which marks location. In everyday speech, sokoni indicates where something or someone is.

For example, Niko sokoni translates to "I am at the market." The form is common in directions, invitations, and descriptions of where activities take place, and it also appears in signage and advertisements referring to market districts or stalls.

Toponymy and cultural context: In East Africa, Sokoni is a familiar place-name element in several towns, typically referring to a central market area or a neighborhood surrounding a market. As such, Sokoni may denote a district, a ward, or a street name, depending on local administration. The exact locations and status of places named Sokoni vary by country and city.