How to Say “How” in Xhosa
The Xhosa word for “how” (in what manner) is njani.
The English word “beautiful” is translated into Xhosa as -hle. The adjective -hle is used to describe something or someone that is attractive.
In Xhosa, the phrase “very nice” is said as intle kakhulu. This phrase is used to describe something that is visually beautiful or attractive.
The English phrase goodbye is translated into Xhosa as hamba kakuhle. hamba kakuhle is used to say goodbye to someone who is departing.
sivuyisana nawe is the Xhosa way to say congratulations. This phrase is used to express approbation.
To kneel in Xhosa is guqa. The verb guqa is used to describe the physical action of stooping down and resting on the knee.
The Xhosa word for morning is kusasa. kusasa is a noun used to refer to the part of the day between dawn and midday.
To say “talk to me” in Xhosa, use thetha nam. thetha nam is a request for someone to speak with the speaker.
The Xhosa verb linda means to wait. linda is used to describe the act of delaying until some event occurs.