Swahili · Common Verbs
kunywa
To drink
Beginnerverb
Definition
To take liquid into your mouth and swallow it.
Example
Ninakunywa maji mengi kila siku.
I drink a lot of water every day.
Etymology
'Kunywa' stems from the Bantu root *-nywa, which also ties into drinking or swallowing, reflecting a natural action critical to human life.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kunywa' is commonly used in informal contexts, especially during social gatherings. It can be used in both spoken dialogue and written texts regarding beverages.