Definition

Noun: - A monetary unit of Malawi: The "tambala" is a subunit of the Malawian kwacha. One hundred tambala equal one kwacha.

Usage

• The word "tambala" is used specifically in the context of Malawian currency. It functions as a countable noun (e.g., one tambala, five tambala).
• It is typically used when discussing prices, values, or financial transactions within Malawi.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• While "tambala" is a standard unit, in everyday speech, prices are often stated in kwacha, with the tambala amount implied or stated as a decimal (e.g., 5.50 kwacha instead of 5 kwacha and 50 tambala).

Variants and Related Words

• Kwacha (noun): The primary monetary unit of Malawi, of which the tambala is a subdivision.
• Ngwee (noun): The analogous subunit of the Zambian kwacha, providing a regional linguistic parallel.

Synonyms

• Subunit: A general term for a fractional monetary unit.
• Cent: An analogous fractional unit in currencies like the dollar or euro, though not a direct synonym as it belongs to different currency systems.

Notes

• The word "tambala" originates from a Chichewa word meaning "rooster."
• It is used almost exclusively in reference to Malawian currency and does not have other common meanings in English.

Noun

1. 100 tambala equal 1 kwacha in Malawi