Swahili · Food & Drink
chakula cha mchana
Lunch
Beginnernoun
Definition
The midday meal, literally food of the afternoon.
Example
Tule chakula cha mchana pamoja.
Let's have lunch together.
Etymology
'Chakula cha mchana' translates to 'food of the afternoon', reflecting the meal's place in the daily schedule. This phrase demonstrates the importance of lunch in the Swahili culture.
How & Where It’s Used
'Chakula cha mchana' is predominantly used informally in daily conversation regarding meal times. It can be found in written culinary texts and home discussions.