indimi

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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