How to Say “God” in Zulu

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uNkulunkulu
/únkulúnkuːlú/
The English phrase "God" is translated into Zulu as uNkulunkulu.
uNkulunkulu is used to refer to a deity. It can also function as a name for the single deity of monotheism.
Meaning: deity (noun)

Related words

Single deity of monotheism (name): Ujehova, uNkulunkulu.

How do you pronounce it?

/únkulúnkuːlú/

Did you know?

  • Before the arrival of Christianity, uNkulunkulu was often thought to be so distant that people prayed to ancestors instead of addressing him directly.
  • The word uNkulunkulu is derived from khulu, meaning 'great'. Literally, it describes a 'great-great one' to denote the highest possible status.
  • While uNkulunkulu refers to the high god, the spirits of ancestors who act as intermediaries are called amadlozi.

Examples in context

  • uNkulunkulu unomusa.
    God is merciful.
  • uNkulunkulu uyazi konke.
    God knows everything.

Example conversation

Zanele and Mlungisi are discussing their faith.

  1. Zanele

    Uyakholelwa kuNkulunkulu, Mlungisi?
    Do you believe in God, Mlungisi?
  2. Mlungisi

    Yebo, uNkulunkulu unikeza ithemba.
    Yes, God gives hope.
  3. Zanele

    Nami ngiyakholelwa kuye.
    I believe in Him too.
  4. Mlungisi

    Kuhle ukuthi sikhumbule uNkulunkulu.
    It is good that we remember God.

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