sheʼasdzaan
The English phrase 'girlfriend' is translated into Navajo as sheʼasdzaan.
The term refers to a female partner in a romantic relationship.
Meaning: a female partner in a romantic relationship (noun)
Did you know?
- Because the word contains the root for 'woman', it is much more common to use the same word for 'wife' depending on the social context and the speaker's intent.
- While 'girlfriend' is a common term in English, in many traditional Navajo settings, social relationships are often described by their connection to the family or clan rather than a romantic label.
- The glottal stop, represented by the apostrophe in sheʼasdzaan, is a full consonant in Navajo. It is a physical closure of the vocal cords that changes the meaning of the word.
Examples in context
- Sheʼasdzaan dóó biʼíní.His girlfriend and his friend.
