Kirundi
umushenzi
Word parts: umu-shenzi
oo-moo-SHEN-zee
How to say it
Kirundiumushenzioo-moo-SHEN-zeesoon
Englishsavagesoon
Frenchsauvagesoon
Meaning
a person regarded by others as uncivilized, primitive, or wild in behavior, a savage.
Good to know
This term is often used to describe someone who lacks manners or proper behavior.
Examples
- Umushēnzi ntiyubaha abandi.A heathen person does not respect others.
- Abantu bazi ko umushēnzi atakwirirwa mu muryango.People know that a heathen person doesn't belong in a community.
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