Language/Rundi/Vocabulary/Colors
Hi Rundi learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn the colors in Rundi. Colors are an important part of any language as they help us describe the world around us. By understanding colors in Rundi, you will be able to express yourself in a more precise and nuanced way. Let's get started!
Consider exploring these related pages after completing this lesson: Greetings, How to Say Goodbye in Rundi, Geography & Food.
Basic Colors[edit | edit source]
First, let's learn the basic colors in Rundi.
| Rundi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Kabira | /kabira/ | Black |
| Umweru | /umweɾu/ | White |
| Ijuru | /idʒuɾu/ | Blue |
| Igikurube | /igikuɾube/ | Gray |
| Inkomoko | /inkomoko/ | Brown |
| Ibihumbi | /ibihumbi/ | Red |
| Ibirabyo | /ibɪrɑbyo/ | Green |
| Ubuntu | /ubʊntʊ/ | Yellow |
Some examples in context:
- Person 1: Ninde wagenda? (What are you wearing?)
- Person 2: Nagenda amashanyarazi kandi naboneka nk'umugabo. (I am wearing a gray shirt and I look like a man.)
- Person 1: Umuriro uhora ubahe? (What color is the fire?)
- Person 2: Umuco cyane. (It's red.)
Intermediate Colors[edit | edit source]
Now that we've learned the basics, let's move on to intermediate colors.
| Rundi | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Isabukuru | /isabukuru/ | Dark blue |
| Isabukuru | /isabukuru/ | Dark green |
| Imvura | /imvura/ | Blue-green |
| Umukara | /umukara/ | Purple |
| Kaguru | /kaguru/ | Orange |
| Uhuturo | /uhuturo/ | Pink |
Some examples in context:
- Person 1: Uyu umukunzi wawe ye ameze. (Your boyfriend is handsome.)
- Person 2: Yewe, ategeka akabyirieranya umukara n'inyoni z'amatara. (Yes, he likes to wear purple and yellow bird socks.)
- Person 1: Inka ze nyirarume ziheruka zihimbaza umugati. (The cows of the man are running and disturbing the fire.)
- Person 2: Musaho, ari umuriro unyezwe no kunoga, wihabwa muhire. (Careful, it's a purple and gray fire, it can explode easily.)
Fun Facts[edit | edit source]
- In Rundi culture, the colors red and white are often associated with marriage. Traditional wedding attire for women includes a white cloth (umutare) and a red sash (ibitenge).
- Rundi folktales often use colors to describe the personalities of characters. For example, someone who is described as "yellow-hearted" (ubwira y'ubuntu) is considered to be kind and generous, while someone who is "black-hearted" (ubwira bwa kabira) is cruel and wicked.
- In Rundi, the color green is associated with envy and jealousy. Someone who is described as "green-eyed" (ubwira bw'ikirara) is thought to be jealous or envious.
To improve your Rundi Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Time
- Geography
- Fruits
- Greetings
- How to say Good Bye?
- Landscape and weather
- Basic phrases
- Drinks
- Days of the Week