How to Say “Creator” in Navajo

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Átsé Hastiin
The English word 'creator' is translated into Navajo as Átsé Hastiin.
Átsé Hastiin refers to one who creates.
Meaning: one who creates (noun)

Did you know?

  • The term Átsé Hastiin specifically invokes the 'First Man', a central figure in the Navajo emergence myths.
  • The word hastiin is a noun derived from the verb form meaning 'to be old' or 'to be decrepit'.
  • Navajo cosmology features several different creator figures, meaning Átsé Hastiin may refer to different entities depending on the story.

Example conversation

Michelle and Brandon are talking about the origin of the world.

  1. Michelle

    Átsé Hastiin bee łį́į́h.
    The Creator created the earth.
  2. Brandon

    Haałtah, ááshį́į́h.
    I agree, it is true.
  3. Michelle

    Átsé Hastiin bee bits'ą́ą́dáá.
    It comes from the Creator.
  4. Brandon

    T'áá ánií łééʼ.
    That is exactly right.

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