naute
The Mizo word for baby is naute.
naute is used to refer to a very young human being.
Meaning: very young human being (noun)
Did you know?
- In Mizo, 'naute' can also be used as a term of endearment for someone you are jokingly teasing, even if they are an adult.
- While naute is the noun for baby, Mizo has a specific set of verbs for 'carrying a baby' that differ from the general verb for 'carrying' an object.
- Traditional Mizo society used a practice called tlawmngai where the entire community helped care for a naute, treating them as a collective responsibility.
Examples in context
- Naute hmeltha tak a ni.It is a very beautiful baby.
- Naute hmeltha deuh chu en teh.Look at that cute baby.
- Naute pakhat a awm.There is a baby.
Example conversation
Lalnuam and Kimi are looking at a photo.
- LalnuamNaute kino hi tu zawk nge?Whose baby is this?
- KimiKa u naute a ni.It is my older sibling's baby.
- LalnuamA hmel a tha hle mai.The baby looks very beautiful.
- KimiAw, a chiphiah hle mai.Yes, the baby is very chubby.
