Feelings

1. Ndi a takala

   I am glad

   Usage

   The basic way to say you are glad, for example when introduced or helped

   Grammar Note

   "a" before the verb marks an affirmative statement

2. Ndo takala nga maanḓa

   I am very glad

   Usage

   A way to express great joy

   Grammar Note

   "nga maanḓa" literally means "with strength" and marks a high degree

3. Zwi a takadza

   It is pleasant

   Usage

   A way to say you find a place or event pleasant

   Grammar Note

   "zwi" stands for things in general; "takadza" is the causative of "takala" (to be glad)

4. Ndi khou ofha

   I am afraid

   Usage

   Use it to say you are frightened or feel unsafe

   Grammar Note

   "khou" is the progressive marker, used for a feeling now

5. Ndo ṱungufhala

   I am sad

   Usage

   Use it to say you are sad or downcast

   Grammar Note

   Keep the mark under the "ṱ". "Ndo" is the perfect, describing a current state

6. Ndo sinyuwa

   I am angry

   Usage

   A strong expression of anger, kept for real complaints

   Grammar Note

   "Ndo" is the perfect, describing a current state

7. Ndi a vhilaela

   I am worried

   Usage

   Use it to say you are worried

   Grammar Note

   "vh" is one sound

8. Ndo shona

   I am ashamed

   Usage

   A way to say you feel ashamed or embarrassed

   Grammar Note

   "Ndo" is the perfect, describing a current state

9. Ndi a ni funa

   I love you (plural)

   Usage

   Expresses love for family and friends; too heavy for a first meeting

   Grammar Note

   "ni" is the object marker for several people or one respectfully; a form for one person was not confirmed

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