How to Say “Sister” in Ndebele

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udadewethu
The Ndebele word for sister is udadewethu.
This noun refers to a woman or girl who shares the same parents as the speaker.
Meaning: woman or girl having the same parents (noun)

Did you know?

  • In Ndebele culture, calling a woman udadewethu is a common way to show respect to a stranger, even if you are not related.
  • The word udadewethu actually contains a suffix meaning 'our', so it literally translates to 'our sister'.
  • The term udadewethu reflects the Bantu linguistic structure where the prefix u- marks the person class of the noun.

Examples in context

  • Udadewethu uyafunda.
    Our sister is studying.
  • Siyakuthanda udadewethu.
    We love our sister.
  • Udadewethu usekhaya.
    Our sister is at home.

Example conversation

Sibusisiwe and Bongani are talking about their family.

  1. Sibusisiwe

    Udadewethu uphi namhla?
    Where is our sister today?
  2. Bongani

    Udadewethu usemsebenzini.
    Our sister is at work.
  3. Sibusisiwe

    Uzoza ekhaya nini?
    When will she come home?
  4. Bongani

    Uzofika kusihlwa.
    She will arrive in the evening.
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