Duramazwi
zenda
ze-nda
noun
family/spirituality

Definitions

A guardian spirit, often a deceased ancestor, that protects a child, especially one who is believed to be 'possessed' or visited by spirits.

“Mwana ane zenda rinomuchengeta.”

Examples

“Mwana ane zenda rinomuchengeta.”

“The child has a guardian spirit that protects them.”

Synonyms

mudzimu
mweya (both can refer to ancestral spirits)

Quick Reference

Definition of zenda
A guardian spirit, often a deceased ancestor, that protects a child, especially one who is believed to be 'possessed' or visited by spirits.
Part of speech
noun