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swahili [verb]

Chapukia

Maana (Definition)

To possess rich, delicious taste and flavor in food preparation.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

be savory / flavorful / deeply appetizing

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kua tamu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu origin
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mchuzi wa nazi ulichapukia sana."

Translation: The coconut curry was deeply savory and appetizing.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Tamukolea
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