shamari

How to say it

Meaning

fennel, a spice plant known for its hot, pungent flavor.

Good to know

hot. fennel. shamasi, shemasi (ma-); rel. deacon; an older person (not necessarily a clergyman) who gives advice on religious matters

Examples

• Mama aliweka shamari kwenye mchuzi.Mother put fennel into the stew.
• Shamari huongeza harufu nzuri kwenye chakula.Fennel adds a pleasant aroma to food.
• Je, unaweza kununua shamari sokoni?Can you buy fennel at the market?
• Hawakupenda ladha kali ya shamari.They did not like the strong flavor of fennel.