heupe
The English word "hips" is translated into Afrikaans as heupe.
Did you know?
- In Afrikaans, heup refers to both the 'hip' and the 'pelvis', whereas English often distinguishes between the joint and the bone structure.
- When describing a dance move involving the hips, such as in 'kwela' or local folk dances, one might use the term heupwaai to describe a specific swaying motion.
- In Afrikaans, the word heupe is often used in the idiom heupe skud, which means to shake one's hips. This phrase is frequently used in descriptions of traditional dance or celebratory movements.
Examples in context
- Sy dra 'n rok wat haar heupe beklemtoon.She wears a dress that accentuates her hips.
- Ek het pyn in my heupe gehad.I have had pain in my hips.
- Die danseres beweeg haar heupe heen en weer.The dancer moves her hips back and forth.
Example conversation
Anika and Johan are discussing a new pair of trousers.
- AnikaHierdie broek is te nou oor my heupe.These trousers are too tight over my hips.
- JohanDit lyk nog steeds mooi op jou, Anika.It still looks beautiful on you, Anika.
- AnikaEk voel net ongemaklik.I just feel uncomfortable.
- JohanMiskien moet jy 'n groter grootte probeer.Maybe you should try a larger size.
