It's like Mr. and Mma is most closely "madame"
Visit this site with some useful everyday phrases and spoken examples: http://www.botswana-tourism.gov.bw/culture_and_his/language.html
married woman
dimela mma - plants mam! ( ain't correct) dumela mma - hello mam.
It doesn't change depending on the country. MMA means Mixed Martial Arts.
"Dumela" is hello in Setswana, the national language of Botswana. "Dumelang" is used when saying hello to more than one person.
Rra is a word used to address a male person in Setswana. For example; 'Hello rra.'
Rra Tselane's reply to Rra Keaja's proposal reveals that she values her independence and personal freedom. She declines the proposal by expressing her desire to pursue her own ambitions and dreams. This shows that she is confident in her own path and unwilling to sacrifice it for a relationship.
Ah, "dumela mma" is a warm greeting in Setswana, the language spoken in Botswana. It is a respectful way to say "hello" to a woman, showing kindness and acknowledgment. Just like a happy little tree in a painting, this phrase brings a touch of joy and connection to your conversation.
Its just the polite way to address a lady in Botwana. Like Mrs. or Ms.
Mma Ramotswe, the beloved protagonist of Alexander McCall Smith's "The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency," made her first appearance in the novel published in 1998. The book introduces her as Botswana's first female private investigator, showcasing her unique approach to solving mysteries with insight and compassion. Since then, she has become an iconic character in contemporary literature.
Adrenaline MMA was created in 2007.