Kirundi
umukuru
Word parts: umu-kuru
oo-moo-KOO-roo
How to say it
Kirundiumukuruoo-moo-KOO-roosoon
Englishelder, leadersoon
Frenchaîné, chefsoon
Meaning
an older or higher-ranking person, respected for age, authority, or seniority.
Good to know
Used to show respect towards someone with authority or experience.
Examples
- Umukuru wacu atwigisha byinshi ku muco wacu.Our elder teaches us a lot about our culture.
- Tugomba kumvira inama z’umukuru w’akarere.We should listen to the advice of the important person in the area.
- Umukuru w'umuryango yahamagaye abana biwe bose.The head of the family called all his children.
- Ese umukuru wawe w'akazi ari mu biro?Is your boss at the office?
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