Swahili Word of the Day — 1st of Mar, 2026
chakula
/cha-KU-la/ • noun
food
chakula
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Examples
Ninapenda chakula cha zamani.
I love traditional food.
Chakula ni muhimu kwa afya.
Food is important for health.
Tulipika chakula kwa ajili ya sherehe.
We cooked food for the celebration.
Synonyms
kamani
lishe
Usage
This word is commonly used in everyday conversations when discussing meals, cuisine, or nutrition.