mkusanyiko

How to say it

Meaning

A group of people or things brought together in one place, such as a crowd at a meeting or a collection of stamps or songs.

Good to know

Plural mikusanyiko, from kukusanya, to gather. Mikusanyiko ya watu, public gatherings, was a common phrase during covid bans. mkusanyi, an older word, has much the same meaning.

Examples

• Serikali imepiga marufuku mikusanyiko ya watu.The government has banned public gatherings.
• Ana mkusanyiko mkubwa wa vitabu vya zamani.He has a big collection of old books.
• Mkusanyiko wa taka mtaani ni hatari kwa afya.The build up of rubbish in the street is a health risk.

Forms

mkusanyi, mkusanyo