ndo livhuwa mufunwa wanga
In Venda, "thank you my love" is expressed as ndo livhuwa mufunwa wanga.
This phrase is an affectionate way to express gratitude toward a romantic partner or someone who is very dear to you.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of ndo livhuwa (I thank), mufunwa (beloved/loved one) and wanga (my/mine).
Did you know?
- While the phrase is warm, Venda social etiquette often prefers more indirect ways of showing affection in public. Using such an intimate phrase in a group of elders might be seen as overly bold or even disrespectful.
- The word livhuwa comes from a root related to praising, meaning that saying 'thank you' in Venda is linguistically similar to giving someone a compliment.
- The word mufunwa is not limited to romance and is frequently used to address spiritual siblings or very close friends.
Examples in context
- Ndo livhuwa mufunwa wanga nga u ndirendisa.Thank you my love for honoring me.
Example conversation
Azwame brings a cup of tea to Mphandavhula.
- MphandavhulaNdo livhuwa mufunwa wanga.Thank you my love.
- AzwameA vha tshi vhuya, Azwame.You are welcome, Azwame.
- MphandavhulaI tshi vha tshi tshi vhuya.It is very delicious.
- AzwameNdo thusa u vha tshi vhuya.I am glad to help.
