kichangamsha

How to say it

Meaning

an appetizer, a small confection served before the main part of a meal.

Good to know

literally 'that which enlivens the mouth', from kichangamsha kinywa.

Examples

• Mhudumu aliweka kichangamsha mezani kabla ya chakula.The waiter placed an appetizer on the table before the meal.
• Kichangamsha kile kilikuwa na ladha ya limao.That appetizer had a lemony taste.
• Je, kichangamsha kinatolewa bure au kinalipiwa?Is the appetizer given free, or is it paid for?
• Tulionja vichangamsha mbalimbali kabla ya karamu kuu.We tasted various appetizers before the main banquet.