kurogoza

How to say it

Meaning

to seek medicine that counteracts a bewitching spell, or to have someone taste food or drink first as a precaution against poisoning.

Good to know

a traditional practice tied to beliefs about witchcraft and poisoning; register is traditional and cultural.

Examples

• Umuvyeyi yarogoje kugira akize umwana wiwe yari yaroshwe.The parent sought an antidote to heal his child who had been bewitched.
• Ni nde ashobora kurogoza iki giterwa kibi?Who can find an antidote for this evil spell?
• Ntawurogoje ata mpamvu ihari.No one seeks an antidote without a reason.
• Bazorogoza imbere yo kunywa ico kinyobwa gitegekanijwe n'umwansi.They will have someone taste it first before drinking what the enemy prepared.