Johannes Rebmann

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Johannes Rebmann born?January 16, 1820
2. Where was Johannes Rebmann born?Germany
3. What is Johannes Rebmann known for?Studies of Swahili, Mijikenda, and Chichewa languages
4. When did Johannes Rebmann die?October 4, 1876
5. What is the career?Missionary, linguist, explorer
6. What is the time in east africa?29 years

Missionary: An individual dispatched to spread religious teachings and provide humanitarian aid in foreign territories.
Linguist: An academic who specializes in the scientific study of languages, including their structure, history, and acquisition.
Stratovolcano: A large, cone-shaped volcano built up by many layers of hardened lava, ash, and rock debris.
Lingua Franca: A language adopted as a common language between speakers whose native languages are different.