Kirundi
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EEN-cheh
How to say it
KirundiinceEEN-chehsoon
Englishhymensoon
Frenchhymensoon
Meaning
a thin membrane partially covering the vaginal opening, traditionally associated with virginity.
Good to know
noun; a term used in traditional discussions of virginity and marriage customs.
Examples
- Mu migenzo ya kera, ince yari ikimenyetso c'ubusugi.In old tradition, the hymen was a sign of virginity.
- Ivyo bijanye n'ince ntibivugwa ku mugaragaro.Matters concerning the hymen are not discussed openly.
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