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How to Say "Hurry up" in Zulu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Shesha
"Hurry up" in Zulu 路 say it like sheh-shah

The most natural way to say "Hurry up" in Zulu is Shesha. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Phuthuma
more casual, often used among friends
Sheshisa
a more urgent way to say it

When to use it

You can use 'Shesha' when you want someone to move faster or complete a task quickly. It's appropriate in both casual and formal situations. Use it when you feel a sense of urgency or need to encourage someone to hurry.

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Examples in Zulu

ZuluEnglish
Shesha, sizophuma manje.Hurry up, we are leaving now.
Phuthuma, isikhathi sisheshisa.Hurry up, time is running out.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Shesha' with 'Phuthuma', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'Phuthuma' is more casual.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Shesha, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Zulu with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Shesha' used in formal situations?

Yes, 'Shesha' can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

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