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ladha

LAH-dhah

How to say it

SwahililadhaLAH-dhah
Englishtaste, flavor
Frenchgoût, saveur

Meaning

The taste that food or drink has in the mouth, such as sweet, salty or sour; figuratively, the special character that makes something enjoyable.

Good to know

N class noun, the same in singular and plural: ladha tamu, a sweet taste. Kuongeza ladha is to add flavor.

Examples

  • Nyanya huongeza ladha kwenye mchuzi.Tomatoes add flavor to the stew.
  • Chai hii ina ladha ya tangawizi.This tea tastes of ginger.
  • Dawa hii ina ladha chungu sana.This medicine has a very bitter taste.

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