vichangamsha

How to say it

Meaning

Small confections served before the main part of a meal to whet the appetite.

Good to know

plural of kichangamsha (ki-/vi- class); culinary term.

Examples

• Mhudumu aliwaletea wageni vichangamsha kabla ya chakula.The waiter brought the guests appetizers before the meal.
• Je, vichangamsha hivi vina pilipili?Do these appetizers have chili in them?
• Vichangamsha havikutosha kwa wageni wote.The appetizers were not enough for all the guests.
• Mpishi atatengeneza vichangamsha vipya kwa harusi.The cook will make new appetizers for the wedding.