How to Say “Lady” in Navajo

By Douglas Juan • Updated October 3, 2026

asdzáán

The Navajo word for lady is asdzáán.

The term asdzáán is used as a noun to refer to a woman, specifically in a polite context.

Meaning: polite: woman (noun)

Did you know?

The root of asdzáán is the verb -DZĄ́, which carries the literal meaning 'to have a hole'.
In Navajo culture, the term asdzáán is spiritually linked to the deity 'Changing Woman', who is viewed as the source of life and leadership.
Unlike 'lady' in English, which can imply a certain social class or nobility, asdzáán is used to describe the social and biological identity of any woman.

Example conversation

Michelle and Tyler are at a community gathering.

Michelle

Kééshjéé' asdzáán t'áá łéé' łáá.
That lady over there is very tall.
Tyler

Áá', t'áá łéé' łáá.
Yes, she is very tall.
Michelle

Ániit'éé' asdzáán t'áá łéé' łáá.
That other lady is also very tall.
Tyler

T'áá łéé' łáá nitsékees.
He thinks she is very tall.

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry asdzáán, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
Word origins: Wiktionary entries asdzáán, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Douglas Juan

Hello, I am Douglas, an absolute Navajo language enthusiast. My passion for this beautiful language, coupled with my love for sharing knowledge, has inspired me to write numerous guides on common phrases and words. I enjoy exploring words from "Angel" to "Yucca" and everything in between. In my leisure time, you'll often find me experimenting with traditional Navajo recipes, strolling amidst nature, or enjoying a robust cup of traditional Navajo tea. Apache is spoken not far from Navajo, and it has become another language close to my heart, so you will now find my guides to Apache here too. Haash yinilyeii (that's how I say 'that's me' in Navajo)!

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