linguistics

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), yera can mean three things. First, it means to check how big or small something is. Second, it means something people consider holy or special and treat with great care. Lastly, reverence for a totem, i.e., respecting an animal or thing you shouldn't eat...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), yero is a word that means yellow - like the bright, sunny color you see in bananas, lemons, and daisies. You can use it to discuss anything with this happy, sunny shade. Example sentences for yero Mota yake itsva ndeye yero. (His new car is yellow.) Maruva...

In the Shona language, Yesu means Jesus. Jesus was a man who lived a long time ago. Many people believe he was the Son of God. The Bible contains stories about his life and teachings. People who follow his teachings are called Christians. Example sentences for Yesu Bhaibheri rinotaura nezva...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), yeuchidza means to remind. It's when you help someone remember something they might forget, like telling a friend about a meeting or reminding a family member to take their medicine. Example sentences for yeuchidza Ndapota ndiyeuchidze kutenga chingwa...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), yeuka means remembering or recalling. Example sentences for yeuka Ndino yeuka zuva ratakasangana kwekutanga. (I remember the day we first met.) Unoyeuka here kwaakasiya kiyi dzake? (Do you remember where he left his keys?) Hava yeuke zvakaitika nezuro...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), yeva means to look at someone or something in a way that shows you like what you see. And yevedza means something that calls for admiration. Example sentences for yeva Akamira achimuyeva nemaziso ake makuru. (He stood there looking at her with his big...

In the Shona language, yowe (or yohwe, yuwi, yuhwi) is an exclamation to express surprise or pain. It’s like saying "Ouch!" or "Wow!" to show strong feelings. People often use it to react to unexpected news or a sudden hurt. Example sentences for yowe Yowe! Ndakanganwa foni yangu mubhazi! (Oh...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zadza means to fill something to the top or to satisfy a need completely, i.e., zadzisa. Example sentences for zadza Zadza chirongo nemvura. (Fill the pot with water.) Sadza rakazadza dumbu rake. (The sadza filled his stomach.) Rudo rwake rwakazadza mwoyo...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zai (also spelled zayi) means "egg." Example sentences for zai Zai iri raora. (This egg is rotten.) Ukatenga mazai, chenjera kuti usaaputse. (If you buy eggs, be careful not to break them.) Huku iyi inokandira mazai maviri pazuva. (This hen lays two eggs a...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zama means putting in the effort or going the extra mile. It's like when you're not just trying but giving it everything you've got. Example sentences for zama Zama nesimba kuti upedze basa rako nhasi. (Put in all your effort to finish your work today.)...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zamanishoni means a test or quiz to determine one's knowledge of something. Example sentences for zamanishoni Vadzidzi vari kunyora zamanishoni reSainzi. (The students are writing a Science exam.) Zamanishoni iri rakanga rakaoma. (This test was difficult.)...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zamba means to relax and enjoy the sunshine. Example sentences for zamba Vari kuzamba pamhenderekedzo yegungwa. (They are relaxing and enjoying the sunshine on the beach.) Zuva ranaka, ngatizambirei panze. (The weather is beautiful, so let's relax outside...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zambanenje refers to a type of fish known as the cornish jack. This freshwater fish is common in African rivers and is known for its silvery body and fast swimming. People often catch it for food. Example sentences for zambanenje Vana vari kudya...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zambara means "gate." It's what you go through to enter a place like a house or a garden. Example sentences for zambara Vakaisa zambara idzva nefenzi. (They installed a new gate and fence.) Ndakafunga kuti ndakavhara zambara, asi raiva rakavhurika. (I...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zambuko means a river crossing. It's where you can get from one side of the river to the other. Example sentences for zambuko Vakaenda kuzambuko kuti vayambuke rwizi. (They went to the river crossing to cross the river.) Pane zambuko idzva riri kuvaka...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zamu means "breast." It refers to the upper front of a person's body, below the neck, where the mammary glands are. In plural form, it's mazamu. Example sentences for zamu Vakadzi vane mazamu maviri. (Women have two breasts.) Mwana mudiki anoyamwa zamu...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "zamura" means to do a big stretch and yawn simultaneously, like when you wake up or feel tired. Example sentences for zamura Ndakamuka ndikazamura zvikuru nekuti ndakanga ndarara kwenguva refu. (I woke up and stretched and yawned deeply because I had slept...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zana means "hundred." In plural form, it's mazana. Example sentences for zana Mhuri iyi ine mombe dzinodarika zana. (This family has more than a hundred cows.) Amai vakatengesa mazana matatu emazai. (Mother sold three hundred eggs.) Ndinoda kutenga mazana...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zanda means "egg." It's the round or oval object laid by a female bird, often eaten as food. In plural form, it's mazanda or mazai or mazayi. Example sentences for zanda Mazayi ehuku ane mapuroteni akawanda. (Chicken eggs have a lot of protein.) Huku...

In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), zangira means sour milk. It’s milk that has turned tangy and is no longer sweet. People might use sour milk in cooking recipes or as a refreshing drink. It’s a common part of traditional meals and is enjoyed for its unique taste. Example sentences for...