umwihayimana
oo-mwee-hah-yee-MAH-nah
How to say it
Kinyarwandaumwihayimanaoo-mwee-hah-yee-MAH-nahsoon
Englisha religious (nun, monk or brother)soon
Frenchreligieux, religieusesoon
Meaning
A man or woman who has taken religious vows and lives in a religious community, such as a nun or a monk.
Good to know
Plural abihayimana. From kwiha Imana, to give oneself to God.
Examples
- Mushiki wanjye yabaye umwihayimana.My sister became a nun.
- Abihayimana bita ku barwayi mu bitaro.Religious sisters care for the sick in hospital.
Forms
Not yet checked by a native speaker.