vhabebi
The English word 'parents' is translated into Venda as vhabebi.
vhabebi refers to the people who have a child or children.
Did you know?
- The concept of 'parenting' in Venda is deeply tied to the 'muthu' philosophy, emphasizing that a person is only a person through other people.
- The word vhabebi is derived from the verb stem u beba, which means 'to give birth'.
- In traditional Venda society, the role of the father is often complemented by the paternal uncle, who may hold parental authority over the children.
Example conversation
Ndivhuwo and Mphandavhula are talking about a school meeting.
- NdivhuwoVhabebi vhanu vha do vha vhuya?Will your parents come back?
- MphandavhulaEe, vhabebi vha nne vha do vhuya.Yes, my parents will come.
- NdivhuwoNdi zwavhuḓi vhukati, Mphandavhula.That is very good, Mphandavhula.
- MphandavhulaNdi hone, Ndivhuwo.It is okay, Ndivhuwo.
