igishegu

How to say it

Meaning

a person dedicated to the traditional service of the spirit Kiranga, regarded as a kind of spiritual leader or medium.

Good to know

Used to refer to someone who has taken on a special role in the community.

Examples

• Igishegu arakora ibitangaza mu muryango wacu.The consecrated person performs wonders in our community.
• Abantu bose bazi igishegu wabo.Everyone knows their consecrated person.
• Igishegu caravuze ku migenzo ya ba sokuru.The Kiranga devotee spoke about the ancestors' customs.
• Ese ubu haracari abishegu mu gihugu?Are there still Kiranga devotees in the country today?