lukuma

How to say it

Meaning

a bite or morsel of food; figuratively, a bribe or inducement given in exchange for a favor.

Good to know

Figurative use as in lukuma yako, basi nifanyizie hivi (here's something for you, so do this for me).

Examples

• Alimpa mtoto lukuma ya mkate.He gave the child a morsel of bread.
• Lukuma yako, basi nifanyizie hivi.Here's something for you, so you do this for me.
• Hakukubali kuchukua lukuma ya rushwa.He refused to accept a bribe.