umukunzi
oo-moo-KOO-nzee
How to say it
Kinyarwandaumukunzioo-moo-KOO-nzee
Englishboyfriend, girlfriend, lover; fan
Frenchamoureux, amoureuse ; fan, supporter
Meaning
The person someone loves in a romantic relationship, a boyfriend or a girlfriend. It also means a keen follower of something, such as a team or a singer.
Good to know
Plural abakunzi, often used for fans: abakunzi ba ruhago, football fans. It comes from gukunda, to love; umukunzi wanjye is my darling.
Examples
- Yaje mu bukwe ari kumwe n'umukunzi we.He came to the wedding with his girlfriend.
- Ndi umukunzi ukomeye w'umupira w'amaguru.I am a big fan of football.
- Umukunzi wanjye aba i Musanze.My girlfriend lives in Musanze.
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