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- Lucas: Welcome back to Learn Swahili with Fexingo. I am Lucas. Luna: And I am Luna. Hello everyone. Lucas: We are so glad you are here with us again. Luna: It feels like we have been cooking together for a long time. Lucas: That is true. We have covered kitchen tools and basic ordering. Luna: Yes. But today we need to talk about the actual work. Lucas: The movement. The action of preparing the meal. Luna: Exactly. What do we say when we are cutting vegetables? Lucas: The word is kukata. It means to cut or to chop. Luna: Kukata. Let me try that. Kukata. Lucas: Perfect. Just relax your throat on the 'ka' sound. Kukata. Luna: Kukata. Okay. That sounds strong. Lucas: It is a strong word. You use it for everything sharp. Luna: So if I am cutting an onion, I am using kukata? Lucas: Yes. Kukata nyanya. To cut onions. Luna: Ninakata nyanya. I am cutting onions. Lucas: Very good. Now, what about roasting something over fire? Luna: Roasting? Like meat or corn? Lucas: Yes. The word is kuchoma. It means to roast or to burn slightly. Luna: Kuchoma. Let me say that. Kuchoma. Lucas: Nice. The 'cho' sound is soft. Kuchoma. Luna: Kuchoma. Okay. Ninachoma nyama. I am roasting meat. Lucas: Excellent. And finally, the general word for cooking. Luna: Is it kupika? Lucas: Yes. Kupika. It covers boiling, frying, stewing, baking. Luna: Kupika. Ninapika chakula. I am cooking food. Lucas: Right. And one very important safety phrase for the knife. Luna: Oh yes. I always drop my knife when I rush. Lucas: You must be careful. The phrase is safisha mbavu ya kisu. Luna: Safisha mbavu ya kisu. That is a mouthful. Lucas: It means clean the blade of the knife. Or wipe the knife. Luna: Safisha mbavu ya kisu. Got it. Lucas: Let's put them all together in a little scene. Luna: I am ready. Tell me what to do. Lucas: First, you take the knife. Safisha mbavu ya kisu. Luna: Safisha mbavu ya kisu. Clean the blade. Lucas: Now, cut the tomatoes. Kukata pumzi. Luna: Kukata pumzi. Cut the tomatoes. Lucas: Then, cook the stew. Kupika majimaji. Luna: Kupika majimaji. Cook the stew. Lucas: Finally, roast the side dish. Kuchoma vitu. Luna: Kuchoma vitu. Roast the items. Lucas: You are doing great. Really impressive progress. Luna: Thank you. I feel like a real chef now. Lucas: Almost. You just need to not cut your finger. Luna: Ha. Good point. I will remember safisha mbavu ya kisu. Lucas: Yes. Safety first. Always keep your hands clear. Luna: I will practice these words while I make dinner tonight. Lucas: That is the best way to learn. Use them immediately. Luna: If I burn the rice, does kuchoma still apply? Lucas: Technically yes. But hopefully not literally burnt. Luna: Oh no. I hope I can save it. Lucas: Just add more water and lower the heat. Luna: Okay. I think I can handle this. Lucas: You definitely can. Keep repeating the verbs. Luna: Kukata. Kuchoma. Kupika. Safisha mbavu ya kisu. Lucas: Beautiful rhythm. You are sounding very natural. Luna: Thanks to you, Lucas. You make it easy. Lucas: It is all about small steps. One verb at a time. Luna: I love that approach. It is not overwhelming. Lucas: Exactly. We build slowly. Brick by brick. Luna: Like building a wall? Or a recipe? Lucas: Both. A solid foundation makes everything better. Luna: I am building a very solid vocabulary today. Lucas: I can see it. Your confidence is growing. Luna: I feel much more prepared for the kitchen. Lucas: And for life in general. These words are useful everywhere. Luna: Even if I am just making toast? Lucas: Even then. Kuchoma is perfect for toast. Luna: Wait, no h h a. I mean, that is funny. Lucas: Toast is basically roasted bread. So yes. Luna: I never thought about it that way before. Lucas: Language changes how you see the world. Luna: It really does. Everything looks different. Lucas: Especially when you know the names for things. Luna: My toaster is now my kuchoma machine. Lucas: That is a cute nickname for it. Luna: I will introduce you to it sometime. Lucas: I would like that. It sounds friendly. Luna: It is very reliable. Just like our lessons. Lucas: We try to be reliable. Consistency is key. Luna: And fun. We also try to be fun. Lucas: Fun is important. Learning should feel light. Luna: I agree completely. No heavy stress needed. Lucas: Just gentle repetition and clear examples. Luna: Which is exactly what we provide here. Lucas: We are proud of that. It is our goal. Luna: To help you speak with ease and joy. Lucas: Yes. Every episode brings you closer. Luna: And today was a big step forward. Lucas: I think so too. You mastered all four phrases. Luna: I felt good saying them out loud. Lucas: Your pronunciation was very accurate. Luna: Thank you. That means a lot coming from you. Lucas: You earned it. Hard work pays off. Luna: I am going to keep practicing until next time. Lucas: That is the spirit. Keep the momentum going. Luna: I will. I have many ideas for recipes now. Lucas: Tell me which one you try first. Luna: Probably the roasted chicken. Kuchoma kuku. Lucas: A classic choice. Very delicious. Luna: I hope it tastes as good as it sounds. Lucas: With your new skills, it will be perfect. Luna: I believe you. I feel confident. Lucas: Good. Confidence is half the battle. Luna: And the other half is knowing the words. Lucas: Exactly. You have both now. Luna: Yes. Kukata, kuchoma, kupika, and safisha. Lucas: Four powerful tools for your kitchen. Luna: Four powerful words for my mind. Lucas: Same difference. Both are sharp. Luna: I like that comparison. Sharp and useful. Lucas: We aim for sharp. Clear and precise. Luna: You succeeded today. Truly. Lucas: Thank you, Luna. That is very kind. Luna: I just speak the truth. It was great. Lucas: It was. I enjoyed every minute. Luna: Me too. This is my favorite part of the day. Lucas: Mine as well. Sharing knowledge is special. Luna: And hearing your voice makes it easier. Lucas: You are sweet. But focused on the lesson. Luna: Always. I want to get it right. Lucas: You are getting it right. Keep going. Luna: I will. I promise. Lucas: I know you will. You are consistent. Luna: Consistency is my superpower. Lucas: It certainly is. It builds fluency. Luna: And fun. Lots of fun along the way. Lucas: Fun is the fuel. It keeps us moving. Luna: I am fueled up and ready. Lucas: Good. Then let us wrap up for today. Luna: Already? I wanted to stay longer. Lucas: We have enough material for now. Luna: Okay. I do not want to overload my brain. Lucas: Smart choice. Rest is part of learning. Luna: I will go practice my chopping skills. Lucas: Please be careful with the knife. Luna: Safisha mbavu ya kisu. Of course. Lucas: See you soon. Keep smiling. Luna: Bye Lucas. Happy cooking to everyone. Lucas: Happy cooking. See you next time.