Swahili readings / Beginner 1 / Food & Drink

Drinking Chai

Kunywa Chai Kila Siku

Chai ni kinywaji cha moto kinachopendwa katika nchi nyingi. Asubuhi, watu wengi hupika chai nyumbani. Wanaweka maji katika sufuria, wanaongeza majani ya chai, na kusubiri iive. Baadaye wanaongeza maziwa au sukari, kulingana na ladha. Mimi napenda chai tamu kidogo, si tamu sana. Wakati wa jioni, familia hukaa pamoja na kunywa chai polepole. Tunazungumza kuhusu kazi, shule, na majirani. Chai hutoa joto mwilini na kutuliza akili. Unapokuwa baridi, kikombe cha chai kinafurahisha moyo. Wengine hula mkate, chapati, au maandazi pamoja na chai. Unapokaribisha mgeni, ni vizuri kumpa chai. Je, wewe unapenda chai na nini leo?

English Translation

Tea is a hot drink loved in many countries. In the morning, many people make tea at home. They put water in a pot, add tea leaves, and wait for it to boil. Later they add milk or sugar, depending on taste. I like tea a little sweet, not very sweet. In the evening, the family sits together and drinks tea slowly. We talk about work, school, and neighbors. Tea gives warmth in the body and calms the mind. When you are cold, a cup of tea makes the heart happy. Others eat bread, chapati, or doughnuts with tea. When you welcome a guest, it is good to give tea. What do you like with tea today?