Swahili Word of the Day
chakula
/cha-KU-la/ • noun — 17th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: food
Examples
- Ninapenda chakula changu.
(I love my food.) - Tuna chakula kizuri leo.
(We have good food today.) - Chakula ni muhimu kwa afya.
(Food is important for health.)
Synonyms
- kula
- mlo
The word 'chakula' is commonly used in everyday conversations related to meals, dietary preferences, and food culture.
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