Oozéí bizaad
The Navajo term for the Hopi language is Oozéí bizaad.
Oozéí bizaad is used specifically to refer to the Hopi language. Other related terms can be used to refer to the Hopi people as a tribe, such as Oozéí, Ayahkinii or Kiisʼáanii.
Meaning: Hopi language (name)
Which one should you use?
While Oozéí bizaad refers to the language, the words Oozéí, Ayahkinii and Kiisʼáanii are used to mean the Hopi tribe. Additionally, Tó Kinání can be used as a formal way to say Hopi.
Related words
Did you know?
- Navajo and Hopi are entirely unrelated languages from different language families, despite the two groups living as neighbors for centuries.
- The Navajo word Oozéí is not a translation of the word 'Hopi', but is actually a pronunciation of 'Oraibi', the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the United States.
Examples in context
- Oozéí bizaad deeznáda.He speaks in the Hopi language.
Example conversation
Justin and Sarah are discussing their language studies.
- JustinOozéí bizaad bee nishłééh.I am speaking the Hopi language.
- SarahDíí t'áá k'áá'áhootóó.That sounds very interesting.
- JustinOozéí bizaad yí bee náásháá.I am learning the Hopi language.
- SarahShił aásháá, Justin.I'm happy for you, Justin.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “hopi” translations and entries Oozéí bizaad, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Oozéí, bizaad, CC BY-SA 4.0.
