Open AccessZulu Names and Indirect Expression
Author(s) -
Noleen S. Turner
Publication year - 2000
Publication title -
names
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.2
H-Index - 12
eISSN - 1756-2279
pISSN - 0027-7738
DOI - 10.1179/nam.2000.48.2.127
Subject(s) - zulu , raising (metalworking) , expression (computer science) , history , linguistics , philosophy , computer science , mathematics , geometry , programming language
AbstractIn addition to direct reference, Zulu names are often used indirectly, as a means of expressing opinions and concerns, giving warnings, raising suspicions, admonishing or chastizing individuals in a society which discourages direct confrontation. Examples and commentary on children's and animal's names used in this way are given.