zulu

[US]/'zʊlʊ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. Zulu (a member of the Bantu people of South Africa)
adj. Zulu (relating to the Zulu people or language)

Phrases & Collocations

Zulu language

Zulu tribe

Zulu culture

Example Sentences

Zulu language is one of the official languages of South Africa.

She learned to speak Zulu during her time in South Africa.

The Zulu people have a rich cultural heritage.

He is studying Zulu history for his research project.

The traditional Zulu dance is a sight to behold.

Zulu warriors were known for their bravery in battle.

She wore a beautiful Zulu bead necklace.

The Zulu traditional attire is colorful and vibrant.

Zulu cuisine includes dishes like pap and chakalaka.

The Zulu people are known for their intricate beadwork.

Real-world Examples

This is helicopter Golf Hotel Zulu Zulu Tango.

Source: Mr. Bean's Holiday Original Soundtrack

It also said the costumes are designed to honor clothing worn by South African Zulu warriors.

Source: VOA Slow English - Entertainment

This particular flare-up is widely being blamed on the king of the Zulu nation, the Zulu ethnic group.

Source: NPR News April 2015 Compilation

When south Africa imposed a coronavirus lockdown in March, Zulu lost her job.

Source: VOA Standard English_Africa

If you want to say hello, it's “sawubona” in Zulu, and “hallo” in Afrikaans.

Source: Han Gang B2A "Translation Point": Quick Start Guide for Listening Notes

The violence started after the Zulu King, Goodwill Zwelithini, said foreigners should leave South Africa.

Source: BBC Listening Collection April 2015

With 11 official languages including Zulu, Afrikaans and English, South Africa has the most on this list.

Source: CNN 10 Student English February 2020 Compilation

That mutation was so advantageous that it survived and thrived, producing today's 7,000 languages from Albanian to Zulu.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

The leader of South Africa Zulu said 6 days of looting had brought shame on the entire country.

Source: BBC Listening Collection July 2021

I authenticate Tango Whiskey at time 0300 Zulu.

Source: Science fiction movie

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