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See also: sukumawiki
English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Borrowed from Swahili sukuma wiki (literally “to push the week”). The vegetable is generally affordable and available all-year round in East Africa. It forms part of the staple dish in this region together with ugali.
Noun[edit]
sukuma wiki (uncountable)
- An East African dish of greens (especially collard greens) simmered with tomatoes.
- collard greens (the greens)
Swahili[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Literally, “to push the week” (or "to stretch the week"). The vegetable is generally affordable and available all-year round in East Africa. It forms part of the staple dish in this region together with ugali.
Pronunciation[edit]
Audio (Kenya) (file)
Noun[edit]
Descendants[edit]
- → English: sukuma wiki