In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zenda is the spirit of someone who has passed away. This spirit watches over and takes care of the family it belongs to. The zenda helps protect the home and supports the loved ones left behind.
Example sentences for zenda
- Vanoti zenda rasekuru riri kuchengeta imba iyi. (They say grandfather's spirit is protecting this house.)
- Zenda harifaniri kutsamwiswa. (The family spirit should not be angered.)
- Kana uchinge uchinetseka, kumbira rubatsiro kuzenda remhuri. (When facing difficulties, ask for help from the family spirit.)
- Vanoti zenda remhuri yavo rakasimba. (They say their family spirit is strong.)
