About Us

Welcome to Urban Shona, your ultimate destination for learning the Shona language! Our mission is to provide a comprehensive and engaging platform that makes it easy for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn Shona, one of Zimbabwe’s major languages. Whether you are a native speaker looking to improve your skills, a student studying the language, or someone with a keen interest in learning Shona, Urban Shona is here to support your journey.

Our Vision

At Urban Shona, we believe in the power of language to connect people and cultures. Our vision is to create a vibrant, user-friendly, and educational resource that not only teaches the Shona language but also fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of Zimbabwean culture.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Dictionary: Our Shona dictionary is meticulously curated to include a wide range of words, complete with definitions, usage examples, and multimedia resources such as images and audio pronunciations.
• Interactive Quizzes: Test your knowledge and track your progress with our fun and interactive quizzes. Challenge yourself with various levels of difficulty and enhance your learning experience.
• Cultural Insights: Explore the rich cultural heritage of Zimbabwe through our curated content that provides context and background information for many of the words and phrases you will learn.
• Community Engagement: Join a community of learners and language enthusiasts. Share your experiences, ask questions, and learn from others in our interactive forums and social media platforms.

Acknowledgements

We acknowledge that the English words used in our dictionary were derived from WordNet 3.0, an extensive lexical database of English. We are grateful for the valuable resource provided by WordNet, which has significantly contributed to the richness of our dictionary.

The licencing terms of WordNet 3.0 are included here.

Our Commitment

Urban Shona is committed to continuous improvement and innovation. We strive to update our resources regularly and incorporate user feedback to ensure we meet the needs of our diverse user base. Your journey to mastering the Shona language is important to us, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Thank you for choosing Urban Shona. Let’s learn, explore, and enjoy the beauty of the Shona language together!

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact us at info@urbanshona.com.

Best regards,

The Urban Shona Team