indimi

Kirundi

igishuko

Word parts: igi-shuko

ee-gee-SHOO-koh

How to say it

Kirundiigishukoee-gee-SHOO-kohsoon
Englishtemptationsoon
Frenchtentationsoon

Meaning

A temptation, something that entices someone to do wrong.

Good to know

singular of ibishuko (igi-/ibi- class).

Examples

  • Igishuko kimwe carateye uwo musore ingorane.A single temptation caused that young man trouble.
  • Mbega igishuko kirashobora kunanira n'abakomeye?Can temptation overcome even strong-willed people?
  • Igishuko ntikiba gikomeye ku muntu ufise umutima ukomeye.Temptation isn't strong for someone with a strong will.
  • Azoshobora kunanira igishuko yahuye na co.He will manage to overcome the temptation he faces.

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