Archives: Tsumo

Word Definitions zuva: day deko: night Translation The day has eyes, and the night has ears. Application Nothing remains hidden forever. Even that which happens … Read more

Word definitions dembo: striped polecat Translation A polecat should not be skinned in public. Inspiration Striped polecats are considered edible but require expert handling. It … Read more

Translation A crocodile infested lake is one in which you swim only once; if you go for it again, this time the crocodiles will be … Read more

Translation What we used to eat with our mouths, we now simply feast on with our eyes. Application When something that used to be freely … Read more

Word definitions manda: animal fat (unmelted) Translation One who is affected by a hyena’s howling is one who has smeared animal fat. Application One who … Read more

Word definitions katurikwa: Something that is hanging, or placed on top of another. kwatara: An ideophone of falling to the ground. Translation One who feels … Read more

Translation A river grows from tributaries. Application Those in authority should always bear in mind that their strength and influence depends on the number of … Read more

Translation A chief is the people. Application Those in authority should always bear in mind that their strength and influence depends on the number of … Read more

Word definitions ndomba: be extremely well-cooked gapu: pot for cooking side dish Translation It is slow cooking that gets food well-cooked. Application Slow and calculated … Read more

Translation You should never laugh at the affliction of another unless you’re dead. Application You should never mock the shortcomings or impairments of others. As … Read more