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Kinyarwanda

umusaza

Word parts: umu-saza

oo-moo-SAH-zah

How to say it

Kinyarwandaumusazaoo-moo-SAH-zahsoon
Englishold mansoon
Frenchvieil hommesoon

Meaning

an elderly man, often addressed respectfully.

Good to know

Use this word when referring to an older gentleman.

Examples

  • Umusaza wanjye arakunda gukina.My old man loves to play.
  • Umusaza w'akarere aradutera inkunga.The old man from the community supports us.
  • Umusaza yicaye ku ntebe.The old man is sitting on the chair.
  • Ese uwo musaza ni nde?Who is that old man?

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