word of the day: Sawubona

Sawubona

/sah-woo-BOH-nah/

Part of Speech: Verb (used as a greeting)

Origin: Zulu (Southern Africa)

Definition: A traditional Zulu greeting that means "I see you." It is a deep acknowledgment of the other person’s presence, humanity, and worth.

Response: Ngikhona — “I am here.” It affirms that your presence has been recognized.

Example: "When she greeted him with 'Sawubona', she wasn’t just saying hello — she was telling him: I truly see you."