atsʼíís bikáaʼgi hadadilyaaígíí
The English phrase body parts is translated into Navajo as atsʼíís bikáaʼgi hadadilyaaígíí.
This phrase refers to the physical components of a human or animal body.
Did you know?
- In Navajo, the word for 'skin' atsʼíís is the foundational root for describing the physical boundary of the body.
- Navajo body part nomenclature often changes based on the level of respect or the social context of the speaker.
- Traditional Navajo medicine often views body parts not as isolated pieces but as interconnected paths for energy and spirit.
Example conversation
Justin and Sarah are studying a biology textbook.
- JustinSarah, bee nishłééh atsʼíís bikáaʼgi hadadilyaaígíí?Sarah, what are these body parts?
- SarahTʼáá áleʼééʼ atsʼíís bikáaʼgi hadadilyaaígíí yééʼ.Just look at the body parts.
- JustinHózhóóh, tʼaaʼ íiyisí.Okay, I see it now.
- SarahÁáʼá, tʼáá áleʼééʼ.Yes, just look.
