unci
The Lakota word for grandma is unci.
unci is used to refer to a grandmother in an informal way.
Meaning: grandmother (informal) (noun)
Did you know?
- The Lakota language uses different terms for maternal and paternal grandmothers, but unci serves as a versatile, affectionate term that can bridge both sides of the family.
- In Lakota culture, the word unci is often used as a general term of respect and affection for any elderly woman, regardless of whether she is a biological relative.
- Traditional Lakota stories often feature an unci as a keeper of sacred knowledge and oral history.
Examples in context
- Unci wašté.Grandma is good.
- Unci ičháŋǧan wašté.Grandma's food is good.
Example conversation
Joyce and Ronald are visiting their grandmother's house.
- JoyceUnci, tȟó wauníya?Grandma, do you want some water?
- RonaldHán, tȟó wauníya.Yes, I want some water.
- JoyceRonald, unci tȟó waúŋkhe.Ronald, give grandma the water.
- RonaldHáŋ, tȟó waúŋkhe.Okay, I'll give it to her.
