Swahili
mlaji
m-LAH-jee
How to say it
Swahilimlajim-LAH-jeesoon
Englishbig eatersoon
Frenchgrand mangeursoon
Meaning
a great eater, or someone especially fond of eating certain foods.
Good to know
(great) eater, one who likes to eat certain things
Examples
- Yeye ni mlaji wa nyama.He is a big meat-eater.
- Mlaji wa matunda hukaa na afya njema.A fruit-lover tends to stay healthy.
- Sisi ni walaji wa ugali kila siku.We are eaters of ugali every day.
- Mtoto huyu ni mlaji hodari.This child is a hearty eater.
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