atʼééd yázhí
The English phrase "little girl" is translated into Navajo as atʼééd yázhí.
atʼééd yázhí is used to refer to a female child.
Meaning: a female child (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of atʼééd, meaning woman or female and yázhí, meaning small or little.
Did you know?
- In Navajo culture, naming conventions often emphasize characteristics or spiritual protections rather than just identifying a 'little girl' by gender.
- Navajo is a tonal language, meaning the pitch used to say atʼééd yázhí can change the meaning of the words entirely.
- The term yázhí is frequently used as a term of endearment for children regardless of their actual size.
Example conversation
Justin and Sarah are watching children play in a park.
- JustinAtʼééd yázhí tʼáá łééʼ yázhí.That little girl is very small.
- SarahÁáʼ íílah.Yes, she is.
- JustinAtʼééd yázhí ayóó łééchą́ą́ʼ.The little girl is very fast.
- SarahHózhóóh.She is doing well.
