1. Verb:
* "To be hidden," "to be concealed," "to be secret," "to be out of sight." This is the most common meaning. For example: "I-ndotsheni iziqubulo zethu" (We are hiding our plans).
2. Noun:
* "A secret," "a mystery," "something hidden." This usage is less frequent but still valid. For example: "Uyazi i-ndotsheni yami?" (Do you know my secret?).
3. Adjective:
* "Hidden," "concealed," "secret," "mysterious." This is a less common usage but can be found in some contexts. For example: "I-ndotsheni yomusa" (The hidden kindness).
4. Interjection:
* "Shhh!" "Quiet!" "Be quiet!" This is an informal and somewhat archaic usage.
It's important to note that the meaning of "ndotsheni" can be influenced by the context in which it is used. For example, if you hear the word used in a sentence, you will need to pay attention to the surrounding words and phrases to understand its meaning.
If you can provide me with the sentence or context in which you heard "ndotsheni", I might be able to give you a more accurate translation.