Swahili · Food & Drink
kifungua kinywa
Breakfast
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The first meal of the day, literally mouth-opener.
Example
Umekula kifungua kinywa?
Have you had breakfast?
Etymology
'Kifungua kinywa' translates literally as 'that which opens the mouth', symbolizing the first meal of the day. Its use reflects the cultural significance of breakfast in Swahili customs.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kifungua kinywa' is typically used in informal settings when discussing daily meals. It appears commonly in spoken language and cultural references surrounding meal times.