tochukwu
In Igbo, the phrase for 'praise God' is tochukwu.
This expression is used to give thanks or to give glory to God.
Did you know?
- The root word chi in tochukwu refers to a personal guardian spirit or fate in traditional Igbo cosmology, not just the monotheistic concept of God.
- The name Tochukwu is often used as a given name for children, meaning the person's very existence or name is a way to 'praise God'.
- Igbo speakers may use tochukwu as a sudden exclamation of relief when avoiding an accident, similar to how an English speaker might say 'thank goodness'.
Example conversation
Chioma and Ifeanyi are celebrating a successful harvest.
- ChiomaUlo anyi nwere ihe e rie.Our house has food to eat.
- IfeanyiTochukwu, anyi nwere ezigbo owuwe.Praise God, we have a good harvest.
- ChiomaO nwere mma maka anyi nile.It is good for all of us.
- IfeanyiAnyi ga-enwe anuri.We will have joy.
