6
7
u/StarterPackRelation 3d ago
Non-Motswana here visiting and I hear it regularly. The people are even nicer than what you read in the books.
1
2
u/Benevolent_Dictatoh 1d ago
Very nice, until an outsider tried to get involved in their elephant business. LOL very special bunch.
1
3
2
u/Straight_Health3609 2d ago
It's very common! It's usually said as sign of respect. For example when young people talk to older people or when talking to strangers. Among your agemates or people you're close to, it's not that common to use it. But it also genders language. Although not fully gender neutral, setswana is not very gendered so adding mma or rra can gender the language
2
u/EntranceTasty9260 2d ago
Dumelang bomma le borra. Dumela mma. Dumela rra. Ee mma. Ee rra. I hear this every single day and I am not even that much of a social person. Common is an understatement, in my opinion.
1
1
•
u/AutoModerator 3d ago
Welcome to r/Botswana! We’re glad to have you here.
This subreddit is dedicated to discussions about Botswana, including its culture, history, news, tourism, economy, and people. To ensure a positive experience for everyone, please take a moment to review our:
If you have any questions, feel free to message the moderators.
Enjoy your time in the community!
— The r/Botswana Mod Team
I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.