ndo neta
The English phrase "I am tired" is expressed in Venda as ndo neta.
This phrase is used to express a lack of energy or a need for rest.
How does it change in a sentence?
To indicate that you are specifically referring to yourself, you can add ndi to the beginning of these phrases.
Did you know?
- In Venda, the verb u neta is also used to describe the process of 'drying up' or 'shrinking', such as when a river bed dries or fruit shrivels.
- If you want to say you are 'extremely' tired, you might use intensifiers that describe something being 'cut' or 'broken', rather than just 'very' tired.
- Venda is a tonal language, meaning the pitch used when saying ndo neta can change the perceived urgency or emotion of the statement.
Examples in context
- Ndo neta nga zwino.I am tired now.
- Ndo neta nga u tshimbila.I am tired from walking.
- Ndo neta, ndo lavela u edela.I am tired, I want to sleep.
Example conversation
Mutsila and Mphandavhula are sitting at home after a long day.
- MutsilaMphandavhula, ndo neta vhukuma.Mphandavhula, I am very tired.
- MphandavhulaNne na ndi neta.I am also tired.
- MutsilaNga ri edele nga zwino.Let us sleep now.
- MphandavhulaEee, i zwari.Yes, that is good.
