a ku na mhaka
The English phrase "no problem" is translated into Tsonga as a ku na mhaka.
This phrase is used to indicate that no apology is necessary.
Meaning: no apology is necessary (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of a ku na, meaning "there is not" and mhaka, meaning "matter", "importance" or "reason".
Did you know?
- While the phrase is used for daily apologies, the word mhaka is also the term used to describe a formal case or dispute in a traditional court setting.
- In Tsonga, a 'problem' is conceptually understood not as a physical obstacle to be moved, but as a 'reason' or 'cause' that exists in the world.
- The core word mhaka can also be used to refer to a 'topic' or 'subject' of a conversation.
Examples in context
- A ku na mhaka, nga tshakama.It is no problem, don't worry.
Example conversation
Yavuki apologizes for being a few minutes late to meet Tshamuse.
- YavukiNdyavuka, ndzi fikele late kutsongo.Sorry, I arrived a little late.
- TshamuseA ku na mhaka, Yavuki.No problem, Yavuki.
- YavukiKhensa ngopfuwa, Tshamuse.Thank you very much, Tshamuse.
- TshamuseA ku na mhaka.No problem.
