Zulu
/ˈzuː.luː/noun
A member of a South African people known for their rich cultural heritage and history.
Did you know?The name 'Zulu' is believed to derive from the word for 'heaven' or 'sky', reflecting their connection to the cosmos in traditional beliefs.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Bantu
Bantu
*Zulu
“Sky or heaven, symbolizing a connection to the divine.”
19th Century
Zulu
Zulu
“Referring to the people and their language, encapsulating their identity.”
Modern English
English
Zulu
“Adopted to refer to the ethnic group and language, maintaining its cultural significance.”
19th Century
Zulu
Zulu
“Referring to the people and their language, encapsulating their identity.”
Modern English
English
Zulu
“Adopted to refer to the ethnic group and language, maintaining its cultural significance.”