mufumakadzi
The Venda word for wife is mufumakadzi.
mufumakadzi is used to refer to a female partner in a marriage.
Meaning: female partner in a marriage (noun)
Which one should you use?
The term Makhadzi is used specifically to refer to a senior wife within a polygamous marriage.
Did you know?
- The word mufumakadzi is used to mean both 'wife' and 'woman' in Venda.
- While Makhadzi denotes a senior wife in a marriage, the term is also used generally to refer to a paternal aunt.
- In Venda culture, the term mufumakadzi carries a connotation of 'lady' or 'one who is honored', implying a level of respect that goes beyond mere marital status.
Examples in context
- Mufumakadzi wanga uya nabo.My wife is coming with them.
Example conversation
Mphandavhula is introducing his partner to a friend.
- MphandavhulaUyu ndi mufumakadzi wanga.This is my wife.
- TshikondiNdi hone, Mphandavhula.I see, Mphandavhula.
- MphandavhulaTshikondi, uyu ndi khonani wanga.Tshikondi, this is my friend.
- TshikondiNdi a vhilaela u vha na iwe.I am happy to be with you.
