nizhóní
/nɪ̀ʒónɪ́/
The English word "beautiful" is nizhóní in Navajo. Wiktionary also lists nizhóní yeeʼ.
Meaning: attractive (adj)
Ways to say it
| Navajo | IPA |
|---|---|
| nizhóní | /nɪ̀ʒónɪ́/ |
| nizhóní yeeʼ |
While translated as "beautiful", nizhóní is used to describe things that are pleasant, harmonious or well-ordered.
How do you pronounce it?
/nɪ̀ʒónɪ́/
Did you know?
- The concept of nizhóní is central to the 'Beauty Way', a series of traditional chants and ceremonies used to restore health and harmony.
- Unlike English, where 'beautiful' is primarily an adjective, nizhóní behaves grammatically as a verb that describes a state of being.
- The word nizhóní is often used to describe a well-behaved child or a person with a good character, regardless of their physical appearance.
Example sentences for Navajo are not verified yet.
Example conversation
Justin and Amanda are looking at a sunset together.
- JustinHózhóóh nizhóní.The sunset is beautiful.
- AmandaÁáʼá, tʼáá nizhóní.Yes, it is very beautiful.
- JustinÁání.It is.
- AmandaDoo háiigo.I agree.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “beautiful” translations and entries nizhóní, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
