How to Say "Food" in Swahili

In Swahili (Kiswahili)

Chakula

Pronounced: chah-KOO-lah

How to use this phrase

• Greet a friend: Try saying "Chakula" the next time you meet someone who speaks Swahili.
• Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a Swahili cartoon together.
• Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
• Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.

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