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UnisexSouthern African (Shona, Sotho, Tswana and others)

Nyasha

The Shona word for grace or mercy.

Meaning and origin

Nyasha is the Shona word for grace or mercy, given to both boys and girls as a statement of gratitude, often carrying the Christian sense of grace shown by God.

How to pronounce Nyasha

English (US)NYAH-shah /ˈnjɑːʃə/

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