kunogesha
koo-noh-GEH-shah
How to say it
Swahilikunogeshakoo-noh-GEH-shah
Englishto liven up, to spice up (an event)
Frenchanimer, pimenter
Meaning
To make something more enjoyable or exciting, such as a party, a show, a story or a meal.
Good to know
Causative of kunoga, to be tasty or lively. In entertainment news: wasanii walinogesha tamasha, the artists livened up the festival. Nogesha is the bare stem.
Examples
- Bendi ya taarab ilinogesha sherehe ya harusi.The taarab band livened up the wedding party.
- Viungo hivi vitanogesha mchuzi wako.These spices will liven up your stew.
- Mchekeshaji alialikwa kunogesha hafla hiyo.The comedian was invited to spice up the event.
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