Swahili · Food & Drink
sukari
Sugar
Beginnernoun
Definition
A sweet substance added to food and drinks.
Example
Ninakunywa kahawa bila sukari.
I drink coffee without sugar.
Etymology
'Sukari' comes from the Arabic word 'سُكَّر' (sukkar), highlighting the historical trade links between Arab traders and East African communities regarding sugar cane and its cultivation.
How & Where It’s Used
'Sukari' is used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often referred to in culinary discussions, marketing, and in everyday conversation among Swahili speakers.