Swahili · Daily Life
meza
Table
Beginnernoun
Definition
A piece of furniture with a flat top.
Example
Chakula cha jioni kiko mezani.
Dinner is on the table.
Etymology
'Meza' comes from the Latin word 'mensa', reflecting the influence of Portuguese and European languages on Swahili due to colonial history.
How & Where It’s Used
'Meza' is widely used in both formal and informal contexts to refer to tables, with consistent usage in both written and spoken Swahili.