| English Meaning | Tshivenḓa Meaning |
|---|---|
| Test | Ndingo |
| Temptation | Mulingo |
| Convenant | Mulanga |
| Idiot | Dodo |
| Bride | Muselwa |
| Prince | Mukololo / Zhinda |
| Church | Kereke |
| Praise | Thendo |
| Glory | Vhugala |
| Towel | Thavhula |
| Race | Mbambe / Murafho |
| Bridge | Buroho |
| Sex | Vhudzekani |
| Greetings | Ndumeliso |
| Boss | Vhasa |
| Employer | Mutholi |
| Sentence | Tshigwevho / Mutaladzi |
| Rope | Thambo |
| String | Luare |
| Marriage | Mbingano |
| Mucus | Maduda |
| Virgin | Musidzanasi |
| Virginity | Vhusidzana |
| Luck | Mashudu |
| Pastor | Mufunzi |