угощать

This is the 6249th most frequent Russian word.


угощать

To treat someone to food or drink.


Here, 'угощать' means to serve or offer food or drink to others as a gesture of hospitality.

Я люблю угощать гостей домашними пирожками.

I love to treat guests to homemade pies.


In this context, 'угощать' denotes the act of giving or offering food or drink to someone as a kind or generous action.

Он угостил нас чашкой чая.

He treated us to a cup of tea.


Here, 'угощать' conveys the meaning of providing food or drink to someone free of charge or as a gift.

Ресторан угощает всех посетителей десертом сегодня.

The restaurant is treating all visitors to dessert today.