Archives: Tsumo

Translation A huge man who pinches a child on the cheek (and upsets the child) seeks to draw the attention of those in the house. … Read more

Word definitions mvana: unmarried woman who has borne a child/ woman past marriageable age. Translation It is up to an unmarried woman to have a … Read more

Word definitions tenda: accept Translation All youngsters should be accepted because they all are human beings. Inspiration All children are human beings, regardless of any … Read more

Word definitions taramukai: move further apart or away dera: toddler not yet able to walk Translation Spread out when a toddler moves in to dance. … Read more

Translation You servant, take heed of the advice given to you master’s son. Inspiration While serving the king a servant might hear things that, although … Read more

Word definitions n’ai: a yawn Translation Only a baby’s yawn is sincere, that of an adult signals a desire for food. Inspiration Yawning is mostly … Read more

Word definitions nhengu: drongo bird zizi: owl Translation A child could be fooled into believing that a drongo bird is an owl. Inspiration An owl … Read more

Word definitions tsvimborume: bachelor who has passed the age of marrying mvana: unmarried woman who has borne a child/ woman past marriageable age. mwoyochena: benevolence. … Read more

Word definitions gomba: adulterer – lover of a married woman nhimbanapasi: This term can be translated as ‘dig (timba) from below’ hwevera: cutworm Translation An … Read more

Translation A child accepts an errand that stands to benefit them. Inspiration Children generally dislike chores and running errands. A child will unhesitatingly agree to … Read more