noun
Tutsi
TUUT-see
Tutsi (noun) means a member of an ethnic group found mainly in Rwanda and Burundi. Example: “Her grandmother was Tutsi and grew up near Lake Kivu.”
noun
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A member of an ethnic group found mainly in Rwanda and Burundi.
"Her grandmother was Tutsi and grew up near Lake Kivu."
How to use Tutsi
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOne of the main ethnic groups of Rwanda and Burundi, along with the Hutu and Twa.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Tutsis
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Etymology
Borrowed from the Rwanda-Rundi word Umututsi.
Synonyms
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Watusi
Watutsi
Frequently asked questions
What does “Tutsi” mean?
The word “Tutsi” means a member of an ethnic group found mainly in Rwanda and Burundi. In plain terms, one of the main ethnic groups of Rwanda and Burundi, along with the Hutu and Twa.
How do you pronounce “Tutsi”?
“Tutsi” is pronounced TUUT-see (/ˈtʊtsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Tutsi” in a sentence?
Here is “Tutsi” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother was Tutsi and grew up near Lake Kivu.”
What part of speech is “Tutsi”?
“Tutsi” is a noun.
