Amharic · Food & Drink
ስጋ
siga
Meat
Beginnernoun
Definition
The flesh of animals; kitfo and tibs are famous meat dishes.
Example
እሱ ስጋ አይበላም።
He does not eat meat.
Etymology
The word 'ስጋ' (siga) has its roots in the Semitic language family and relates historically to livestock and traditional meat consumption in Ethiopian culture. It reflects the importance of meat in ceremonial and daily meals.
How & Where It’s Used
'ስጋ' is commonly used in both spoken and written Amharic, typically in informal contexts. It reflects cultural practices surrounding food, particularly in social gatherings.