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swahili [adjective]

Tamu

Maana (Definition)

Having a pleasant sweet taste, or highly enjoyable to the senses.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sweet / delicious / agreeable / delightful

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tamu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic ṭa'ām via Swahili
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Keki hii ni tamu sana na ina ladha ya vanila."

Translation: This cake is very sweet and has a vanilla flavor.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
LadhaLainiZuri
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