Swahili Word of the Day
tamu
/TA-mu/ • adjective — 2nd of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: sweet / delicious
Examples
- Keki hii ni tamu sana.
(This cake is very sweet.) - Matunda ni tamu na afya bora.
(Fruits are sweet and healthy.) - Kwa hakika, chakula chako ni tamu!
(Indeed, your food is delicious!)
Synonyms
- laini
- malaika
Commonly used to describe the taste of food or drinks, often in social or dining contexts.
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