sangoma

[US]/ˌsæŋˈɡəʊmə/
[UK]/ˌsæŋˈɡoʊmə/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A traditional healer or diviner in South African cultures.
Word Forms
Pluralsangomas

Phrases & Collocations

the sangoma

a sangoma

two sangomas

visiting the sangoma

consulting a sangoma

training as sangoma

the sangoma said

become a sangoma

traditional sangoma

female sangoma

Example Sentences

the traditional sangoma performed a healing ceremony for the village.

many people consult a sangoma for spiritual guidance and healing.

the sangoma used herbs and rituals to treat the patient's illness.

training to become a sangoma takes many years of study.

the sangoma predicted the future using ancestral spirits.

families often seek the help of a sangoma during times of crisis.

the sangoma dance ceremony lasted throughout the night.

in some cultures, a sangoma is respected as a spiritual leader.

the sangoma diagnosed the illness through spiritual communication.

young people are learning traditional sangoma practices from elders.

the sangoma healing ritual brought peace to the troubled community.

patients often travel long distances to see a renowned sangoma.

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