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    60 published entries

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    55 published entries

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    54 published entries

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    50 published entries

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    48 published entries

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    42 published entries

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    40 published entries

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    39 published entries

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    33 published entries

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    21 published entries

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    19 published entries

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    7 published entries

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    6 published entries

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418 words and 2 phrases found.

Nupe

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-gi[ɡī]
suffix
A suffix added to the end of a noun to indicate that something is small.

“Pátí + -gi = Pátígi.”

Mountain plus the suffix -gi becomes hill.

Also means
  1. diminutive suffix; used to form nouns meaning a smaller form of something.
  2. diminutive suffix

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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-kó[kó]
suffix
A suffix added to a noun to indicate a larger size, or to a verb to create a superlative or nominalized form.

“èsá + -ko → èsákó”

Stool + suffix = Table.

Also means
  1. augmentative suffix; used to form nouns meaning a larger form of something.
  2. Used to form a nominalised and superlative form of verbs.
  3. augmentative suffix

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
-zhì[ʒì]
suffix
A suffix added to nouns to indicate that there is more than one of them.

“ezà + -zhì = ezazhì”

person + plural suffix = people

Also means
  1. Used to form plurals of nouns.
  2. plural suffix

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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A
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A[a]
character
A is the first letter used in the Nupe alphabet written with Latin characters.

“A ye etsu nwa”

A is a letter.

Also means
  1. The first letter of the Nupe alphabet, written in the Latin script.
  2. The first letter of the Nupe alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ali[ā.lī]
noun
The way a person acts or behaves.

“Ali tòzì wun gàn.”

His character is very good.

Also means
  1. character; disposition; behaviour
  2. character

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
aní[ā.nĩ́]
adv
Indicates that an action has happened before the present time.

“Mi jin u aní.”

I've done it already.

Also means
  1. already

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Á
NGNupe
á[á]
particle
A particle used to show that an action is finished or perfective.

“O á gàn.”

He has spoken.

Also means
  1. Marks the perfective aspect, for actions that are completed
  2. completed action marker

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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À
NGNupe
à[à]
particle
A particle used at the end of a clause to express negation.

“Mi de eshìgi à, mi ma de dàǹgi à.”

I don't have a dog, and I don't have a cat.

Also means
  1. not (placed at the end of a clause to negate it)
  2. not

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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àdúwa[à.dú.wā]
noun
The act of speaking to God or a spiritual power to express gratitude or ask for help.

“Àdúwa mi kpe.”

My prayer is complete.

Also means
  1. prayer

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
àgbá[à.ɡ͡bá]
noun
A large, heavy piece of artillery formerly used in warfare to fire projectiles.

“Àgbá wa.”

There is a cannon.

Also means
  1. cannon
  2. field gun

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Àkókó[à.kó.kó]
name
A specific sub-group or set of dialects belonging to the Yoruba people.

“Àkókó nyi àzì o.”

Akoko is a group of people.

Also means
  1. The Akoko sub-group of Yoruba
  2. The Akoko dialects of Yoruba

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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àkú[à.kú]
noun
The African gray parrot is a medium-sized bird known for its gray feathers and intelligence. It is native to certain regions in Africa.

“Àkú gba ẹkpà.”

The African gray parrot eats groundnuts.

Also means
  1. African gray parrot (Psittacus erithacus)
  2. African gray parrot

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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àkwàwú[à.kʷà.wú]
noun
An employee who keeps records or performs office work.

“Àkwàwú wun lé àwú à.”

The clerk is not working today.

Also means
  1. clerk

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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àlùbása[à.lù.bá.sā]
noun
A round vegetable with layers that has a strong taste and smell, commonly used in cooking.

“Mi yé àlùbása kpayi kán.”

I bought onions and pepper.

Also means
  1. onion

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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àmáà[à.mã́ã̀]
conj
This word is used to connect two contrasting ideas or statements. It shows a change in direction or an exception.

“O ya, àmáà o gbara.”

He went, but he returned.

Also means
  1. but

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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àǹfàni[à.ŋ̀.fà.nĩ̄]
noun
This word refers to a benefit, profit, or something that is useful to you.

“Àǹfàni ni èmi wá.”

It is for my benefit.

Also means
  1. advantage
  2. profit
  3. benefit
  4. use

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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àsiri[à.sī.ɾī]
noun
Something that is meant to be kept private or hidden from others.

“Àsiri n yè mán.”

It is a secret that he knows.

Also means
  1. secret

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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B
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Bagandòzhì[bā.ɡã̄.dò.ʒì]
noun
A respectful title used when addressing an Etsu, similar to saying His Majesty.

“Bagandòzhì, mi gbagba.”

His Majesty, I agree.

Also means
  1. A term of address for Etsus, equivalent to the term His Majesty.
  2. His Majesty

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
Bagi[BAH-gee]
noun
Man

“Bagi é be.”

The man is coming.

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bànrewagi[bã̀.ɾē.wā.ɡī]
noun
A small, graceful antelope known for being very fast.

“bànrewagi gba.”

The gazelle is fast.

Also means
  1. gazelle

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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baraka[bā.ɾā.kā]
noun
A large species of antelope found in Africa.

“Baraka yi gàn.”

The waterbuck is big.

Also means
  1. waterbuck

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
bèǹte[bè.ŋ̀.te]
noun
A piece of cloth worn around the hips or lower body.

“Bèǹte be gá ètsu.”

The loincloth is clean.

Also means
  1. loincloth
  2. apron

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
bìcí[bì.t͡ʃí]
noun
The lower part of the body used for standing and walking, or the bottom part of a limb.

“Bìcí mì zì.”

My leg hurts.

Also means
  1. leg
  2. foot

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
Bidaci[bī.dā.t͡ʃī]
noun
This word describes someone who comes from the city of Bida.

“Bidaci yí yé.”

A person from Bida is here.

Also means
  1. Person from Bida.
  2. Person from Bida

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
bin̄diga[bī.ŋ̄.dī.ɡā]
noun
A weapon used to fire projectiles, typically made of metal.

“Bin̄diga gàn.”

The gun is loud.

Also means
  1. gun; firearm
  2. gun

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bin̄digatswaci[bī.ŋ̄.dī.ɡā.t͡sʷā.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who crafts or builds guns.

“Bin̄digatswaci n%e0a.”

The gun maker is coming.

Also means
  1. gun maker

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bishe[bī.ʃē]
noun
A common type of bird kept by people for eggs and meat.

“Mi le bishe yé tsúwó.”

I saw a chicken yesterday.

Also means
  1. fowl; poultry (in particular) chicken

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
bishe ebá[bī.ʃē ē.bá]
noun
A male chicken, often recognized by its crowing.

“Bishe ebá gbo gú.”

The rooster crowed loudly.

Also means
  1. rooster

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bishe yíwó[bī.ʃē jí.wó]
noun
A female chicken, especially one kept for laying eggs.

“Bishe yíwó na nyi èbi.”

The hen is laying eggs.

Also means
  1. hen

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
bishegi[bī.ʃē.ɡī]
noun
A small variety of chicken.

“Bishegi de gba.”

The bantam chicken is small.

Also means
  1. bantam chicken

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bishegi nuwan[bī.ʃē.ɡī nũ̄.wã̄]
noun
A type of water bird found near wetlands or marshes.

“Bishegi nuwan gí kpé.”

The dusky moorhen is swimming.

Also means
  1. dusky moorhen (Gallinula tenebrosa)
  2. dusky moorhen

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bishezhì[bī.ʃē.ʒì]
noun
The plural form of the word bishe.

“Bishezhì kuta.”

There are many bishe.

Also means
  1. plural of bishe

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bùréèdì[bù.ɾéè.dì]
noun
A common food made from flour, water, and yeast that is baked.

“bùréèdì nì yi.”

The bread is sweet.

Also means
  1. bread

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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byabyá[bʲā.bʲá]
noun
A person who has a congenital absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes.

“Byabyá wun nyi etsu.”

The albino person is a leader.

Also means
  1. albino person

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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C
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cákyá[t͡ʃá.kʲá]
noun
Small, loose stones often used for building roads or paths.

“Cákyá gàn zò.”

There is a lot of gravel here.

Also means
  1. gravel; ballast
  2. laterite soil
  3. gravel

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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céńjì[t͡ʃé.ŋ́.d͡ʒì]
noun
The money you receive back after paying for something with an amount larger than the cost.

“Mi yà ǹná céńjì yà”

I did give mother the change

Also means
  1. change (balance of money returned from the sum paid after deducting the price of a purchase)
  2. change

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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cèǹkafa[t͡ʃè.ŋ̀.kā.fā]
noun
A staple grain crop used as food in many dishes.

“Cèǹkafa gànà gạ nì.”

The rice is delicious.

Also means
  1. rice

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ci[t͡ʃī]
conj
A conjunction used to show that one action happens after another, or to connect two related thoughts.

“Musa à bá nakàn yínna, Gàná ci à gí eci yínna”

Musa will cut meat today, and Gana will eat yam today

Also means
  1. then
  2. and

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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cigbàn[t͡ʃī.ɡ͡bã̀]
noun
A large woody plant that has a trunk and branches.

“Cigbàn wun kún.”

The tree is tall.

Also means
  1. tree

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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cigbè[t͡ʃī.ɡ͡bè]
noun
A substance used for treating illness or a physical object used for protection or spiritual benefit.

“Cigbè dan bo?”

Is there medicine?

Also means
  1. medicine; drug
  2. remedy
  3. traditional charm
  4. medicine

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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cigbè dèdè[t͡ʃī.ɡ͡bè dè.dè]
noun
A type of substance that is illegal to use or sell. These substances are harmful to the body.

“Wun de cigbè dèdè nyi gò à.”

Using illicit drugs is not good.

Also means
  1. illicit drug

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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cigbèjin[t͡ʃī.ɡ͡bè.d͡ʒĩ̄]
noun
The act or process of creating traditional medicines.

“Cigbèjin yè dà èwó.”

Medicine making is an ancient craft.

Also means
  1. medicine making

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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cigbèjinci[t͡ʃī.ɡ͡bè.d͡ʒĩ̄.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who practices traditional medicine.

“Cigbèjinci à wó gàn.”

The traditional doctor is coming.

Also means
  1. doctor (in particular) traditional medicine doctor
  2. doctor

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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cincin[t͡ʃĩ̄.t͡ʃĩ̄]
noun
A deep feeling of affection and care for someone or something.

“Cincin gan ewó.”

Love surpasses money.

Also means
  1. love

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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cócì[t͡ʃó.t͡ʃì]
noun
A place where people go to worship, especially Christians.

“Mi yè cócì.”

I am going to church.

Also means
  1. church

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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D
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d[d]
character
The fourth letter of the Nupe alphabet, written in the Latin script.

“d”

The letter d.

Also means
  1. The fourth letter of the Nupe alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dàákò[dàá.kò]
noun
A species of small primate found in forests.

“dàákò wùn gba.”

The Mona monkey is climbing.

Also means
  1. Mona monkey (Cercopithecus mona)
  2. Mona monkey

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dagba
noun
A very large land animal with a long trunk and tusks.

“Dagba gba.”

The elephant is big.

Also means
  1. elephant

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dàgwa[dà.ɡʷā]
verb
To apply force to an object or person with the hand to move them away.

“Ga dà mi gwa ma!”

Don't push me!

Also means
  1. to push (with one's hand)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dàǹgi[dà.ŋ̀.ɡī]
noun
A small domesticated carnivorous mammal that is often kept as a pet.

“Dàǹgi à lá gbà.”

The cat has taken the fish.

Also means
  1. cat

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dánńgi[dã́.ŋ́.ɡī]
noun
A person who belongs to the same family as another person.

“Dánńgi wá nyì.”

He is my relative.

Also means
  1. relative; kinsman
  2. relative

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dará[dā.ɾá]
noun
The fruit of the tamarind tree, which is known scientifically as Tamarindus indica.

“Dará gba.”

The tamarind fruit is sour.

Also means
  1. tamarind fruit (Tamarindus indica)
  2. tamarind fruit

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dazàn[dā.zã̀]
verb
To move along on foot at a regular pace.

“Mi à dazàn lo makan̄ta èsun làzhìn yin.”

I'll walk to school tomorrow morning.

Also means
  1. to walk
  2. to march

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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de[dē]
verb
This verb indicates possession of something.

“Mi de etun à”

I don't have a job

Also means
  1. to have

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dìnní[dĩ̀.nĩ́]
noun
A small winged insect that often buzzes around.

“Dìnní wun wa”

The fly is flying

Also means
  1. fly

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dókó[dó.kó]
verb
To think about or prepare for an action or goal.

“Mi dòkó etí nì.”

I am planning for this.

Also means
  1. to plan
  2. to consider

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dòkò[dò.kò]
noun
A large animal with four legs that people often ride.

“Dòkò nà fìkà.”

The horse runs fast.

Also means
  1. horse

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dòkò yankpa[dò.kò jã.k͡pā]
noun
A two-wheeled vehicle that a person rides by pushing pedals with their feet.

“mi dòkò yankpa tà.”

I bought a bicycle.

Also means
  1. bicycle

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dòkòci[dò.kò.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who rides a horse.

“Dòkòci yé ègi gá.”

The horse rider is a tall person.

Also means
  1. horse rider

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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NGNupe
du[dū]
verb
To cook food or liquid in boiling water or to prepare a beverage.

“Musa dàdà á nakàn du”

Musa quickly boiled the meat

Also means
  1. to boil
  2. to brew

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dù[dù]
verb
To drop down from a height or to happen, such as rain falling.

“Ele è dù à”

It's not raining

Also means
  1. to fall

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dùkú
noun
A common starchy vegetable that grows underground.

“Dùkú gàn zì.”

The potato is sweet.

Also means
  1. potato
  2. sweet potato

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dùkùn[dù.kũ̀]
noun
A container used for cooking or holding food and liquids.

“Dùkùn gá bè.”

The pot is here.

Also means
  1. pot

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dz[d͡z]
character
This is a specific character in the Nupe Latin-based alphabet.

“Dz nɛ̀ è dɛ̀ wà.”

Dz is a letter in the alphabet.

Also means
  1. The fifth letter of the Nupe alphabet, written in the Latin script.
  2. The fifth letter of the Nupe alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzáká[d͡zá.ká]
noun
A species of freshwater fish scientifically identified as Distichodus rostratus.

“Dzáká da nda.”

The fish is in the river.

Also means
  1. Distichodus rostratus

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzankan[d͡zã́.kã̀]
noun
A person who is young and has not yet become an adult.

“Dzankan yé èbàrì.”

The child is playing.

Also means
  1. child (a person who has not yet reached adulthood)
  2. child

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzó[d͡zó]
verb
To engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation.

“Wé dzó.”

They are playing.

Also means
  1. to play

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzódzòó[d͡zó.ꜜd͡zó]
verb
To engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation rather than for a serious or practical purpose.

“Bi dzódzòó náná.”

The children are playing.

Also means
  1. to play

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzòmáci[d͡zò.mã́.t͡ʃī]
noun
The child of your aunt or uncle.

“Dzòmáci mi è zà.”

My cousin is coming.

Also means
  1. cousin

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzufan[d͡zū.fã̄]
noun
A small bag or pouch sewn into a garment to carry items.

“U dan dzufan mi bo.”

It's in my pocket.

Also means
  1. pocket

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzukó[d͡zū.kó]
noun
A public place where people gather to buy and sell goods.

“Ezàzhì dókun dzukó o.”

There were many people at the market.

Also means
  1. market

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzukò[d͡zū.kò]
noun
The internal female reproductive organ.

“Dzukò ye tswá nì.”

The vagina is a private part.

Also means
  1. vagina

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzukólóci[d͡zū.kó.ló.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who buys and sells goods for a living. They are often found in markets.

“Dzukólóci ŋwa kpayi ga.”

The merchant went to the market.

Also means
  1. merchant; dealer
  2. merchant

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzwa[d͡zʷā]
verb
To cut food or other materials into very small, fine pieces.

“Nyán dzwa kókó.”

Mince the meat finely.

Also means
  1. to mince
  2. to cut into small peices

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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dzwán[d͡zʷã́]
verb
To shine with a sudden, bright light, typically associated with lightning.

“Edzò dzwán.”

The lightning flashed.

Also means
  1. to flash
  2. to lighten

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ebágògi[ē.bá.ɡò.ɡī]
noun
A term referring to a female sex worker.

“Ebágògi è da.”

The female prostitute is standing.

Also means
  1. female prostitute

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ebasanci[ē.bā.sã̄.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who performs divination rituals within Nupe culture.

“Ebasanci à yé èba.”

The diviner is performing the eba ritual.

Also means
  1. diviner (equivalent of a babalawo in Nupe divination (eba))
  2. diviner

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ebe[ē.bē]
noun
A type of monkey known as the patas monkey.

“Ebe gòkú gá.”

The patas monkey climbed up.

Also means
  1. patas monkey (Erythrocebus patas)
  2. patas monkey

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ebé[ē.bé]
noun
The chest area or milk-producing organ.

“Ebé nyi yé.”

The breast is visible.

Also means
  1. breast
  2. udder

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Ebè[ē.bè]
name
Refers to the ethnic group known as the Asu or their specific language.

“Ebè wuná kàn.”

That is the Asu language.

Also means
  1. The Asu people
  2. The Asu language

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ebi[ē.bī]
noun
Waste matter discharged from the bowels after digestion.

“Ebi kpa èkó dò.”

There is faeces on the ground.

Also means
  1. faeces
  2. dung; manure

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ebì[ē.bì]
noun
The fruit of the cola tree, often chewed for its stimulating effects or used in traditional social and ceremonial customs.

“Ebì zí àtsè gàn-án èbì bízì.”

The kola nut indicates a warm welcome.

Also means
  1. kola nut (Cola acuminata)
  2. kola nut

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ebógáci[ē.bó.ɡá.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who practices law or hears cases in a court.

“Ebógáci gí yé èna títí.”

The lawyer is a very busy person.

Also means
  1. lawyer
  2. judge

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eci[ē.t͡ʃī]
noun
A starchy edible tuber that is a common staple food in many tropical regions.

“Mi è pa eci.”

I am pounding yam.

Also means
  1. yam (general term) (Dioscorea)
  2. yam

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ecizhì[ē.t͡ʃī.ʒì]
noun
The plural form of the word eci, meaning more than one yam.

“Ecizhì wa.”

The yams are ripe.

Also means
  1. plural of eci

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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edán[ē.dã́]
noun
The act of watching someone or something secretly.

“Edán nyì gbé.”

Spying is a bad thing.

Also means
  1. spying

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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edú[ē.dú]
noun
A type of fish belonging to the Arius family, typically found in saltwater or brackish environments.

“Edú mi yé.”

I caught a sea catfish.

Also means
  1. sea catfish (Arius)
  2. sea catfish

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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edzò[ē.d͡zò]
noun
The small hard part produced by a plant from which a new plant can grow.

“Edzò wun gba.”

The seed is big.

Also means
  1. seed

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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edzu[ē.d͡zū]
noun
A small animal with eight legs that typically spins a web to catch its food.

“Edzu à wa gá.”

The spider is on the wall.

Also means
  1. spider

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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edzú[ē.d͡zú]
noun
The act of hitting someone suddenly with the palm of your hand.

“Wun gi edzú.”

He received a slap.

Also means
  1. slap (in the face)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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efè[ē.fè]
noun
The natural movement of the air outside.

“Efè gànì.”

The wind is blowing.

Also means
  1. wind

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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efo[ē.fō]
noun
A period of time consisting of twenty-four hours.

“Kú bè efo gúbà in!”

Long time no see!

Also means
  1. day

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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egàn[ē.ɡã̀]
noun
A unit of language that consists of one or more sounds.

“Egàn nyì lá.”

The word is good.

Also means
  1. word

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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egbán[ē.ɡ͡bã́]
noun
The ability to make good judgments based on experience and knowledge.

“Egbán gba wun.”

He possesses wisdom.

Also means
  1. wisdom; sense

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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egi[ē.ɡī]
noun
A young human being or an offspring. It can also be used to describe someone based on their background or job.

“Egi è tígí.”

The child is crying.

Also means
  1. child
  2. offspring
  3. Used to indicate a person's origin or profession.

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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egi tukpa[ē.ɡī tū.k͡pā]
noun
The thin membrane of the ear that vibrates when sound waves hit it.

“Egi tukpa wun gbaro.”

The ear drum is delicate.

Also means
  1. ear drum

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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egiyèkó[ē.ɡī.jè.kó]
noun
A metal tool used for opening or locking a door or a padlock.

“Egiyèkó ta èsá o.”

The key is on the stool.

Also means
  1. key

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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egún[ē.ɡṹ]
noun
Money, property, or titles received from someone after they have passed away.

“Egún yi tãni na.”

The inheritance belongs to us.

Also means
  1. inheritance

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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egwa[ē.ɡʷā]
noun
A part of the human body at the end of the arm, used for holding or touching things.

“Egwa mi yi kpi.”

My hand is sore.

Also means
  1. hand
  2. arm

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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egwàgi[ē.ɡʷà.ɡī]
noun
A type of African freshwater fish belonging to the Mormyrops genus.

“Egwàgi kpe nyan.”

The Mormyrops fish was caught.

Also means
  1. Mormyrops

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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egyà[ē.ɡʲà]
noun
The red liquid that flows through the bodies of people and animals.

“Egyà wun kpe”

The blood is red

Also means
  1. blood

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ekpa[ē.k͡pā]
noun
A physical act of forcing air from the lungs through the throat. This is a common involuntary reflex.

“ekpa gbe mi.”

The cough hit me.

Also means
  1. cough

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ekpá[ē.k͡pá]
noun
The part of the human body between the neck and the top of the arm.

“ekpá mi sà.”

My shoulder aches.

Also means
  1. shoulder

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ekpà[ē.k͡pà]
noun
A thin, straight stick with a sharp point, usually shot from a bow.

“ekpà gba gba.”

The arrow flew far.

Also means
  1. arrow

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ekpó[ē.k͡pó]
noun
A woman whose husband has died and who has not remarried.

“Ekpó wun tswàn yé.”

The widow is staying peacefully.

Also means
  1. widow

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ekun[ē.kũ̄]
noun
A state of armed conflict between different groups or nations.

“Ekun wa nyi a.”

There is no war here.

Also means
  1. war

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ekún[ē.kṹ]
noun
The physical body of a person or animal that has died.

“Ekún lo.”

The corpse is gone.

Also means
  1. corpse

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ekungùnci[ē.kũ̄.ɡũ̀.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who is trained or experienced in fighting, such as a warrior or soldier.

“Ekungùnci bé.”

The warrior came.

Also means
  1. warrior
  2. soldier

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ele[ē.lē]
noun
The natural state of rest for the body and mind.

“Ele wun à nín, wun à kpe.”

If you do not sleep, you will know.

Also means
  1. sleep

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eli[ē.lī]
noun
The way a person typically behaves or their natural disposition.

“Eli yi gba.”

Their character is good.

Also means
  1. character
  2. disposition
  3. behaviour

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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elo[ē.lō]
noun
A medium-sized antelope with a reddish-brown coat found in parts of Africa.

“Elo gba.”

The kob antelope is beautiful.

Also means
  1. kob antelope (Kobus kob)
  2. kob antelope

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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emagi[ē.mã̄.ɡī]
noun
A small flying insect that bites humans and animals.

“Emagi gí egi u ni.”

A mosquito bit her chld.

Also means
  1. mosquito

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Emi[e.mi]
Noun
House

“Mi lo emi.”

I am going home.

Also means
  1. mouth
  2. opening
  3. edge
  4. voice
  5. speech

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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emí[ē.mĩ́]
noun
A substance derived from animals or plants that is greasy or oily. It is often used in cooking.

“Emí wun nyi zikì.”

The fat is in the pot.

Also means
  1. fat
  2. oil
  3. grease

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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emí dzúrú[ē.mĩ́ d͡zú.ɾú]
noun
A common red oil derived from the fruit of the oil palm tree used for cooking.

“Emí dzúrú yé yè.”

The palm oil is good.

Also means
  1. palm oil

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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emigbó[ē.mī̃.ɡ͡bó]
noun
An exchange of diverging or opposite views, typically a heated or angry one.

“Emigbó u gba o.”

An argument broke out between them.

Also means
  1. argument

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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emita[ē.mī̃.tā]
noun
A loud or confused sound or clamour. It is often used to describe the bustling activity of a public place.

“Mita dzukó wun à wu cigbàn à.”

The noise of a market will not kill a tree.

Also means
  1. noise
  2. clatter
  3. clamour

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ena[ē.nã̄]
noun
The burning substance that produces heat and flames. It can also refer to a source of light.

“Ena kò nán.”

The fire is burning.

Also means
  1. fire
  2. light

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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enà[ē.nã̀]
noun
An intricate pattern or decoration created on fabric, wood, or other materials. It often refers to embroidery or engraving.

“Enà nyé ŋwa yé.”

The artistic design is beautiful.

Also means
  1. artistic design
  2. embroidery
  3. engraving

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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enan̄gi[ē.nã̄.ŋ̄.ɡī]
noun
A word for a domesticated mammal, specifically a goat. It is an alternative form of nan̄gi.

“Enan̄gi wun na gí fífí.”

The goat is eating the grass.

Also means
  1. alternative form of nan̄gi (“domesticated mammal; goat”)
  2. goat

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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enan̄kó[ē.nã̄.ŋ̄.kó]
noun
An alternative term for cattle or other large domesticated animals.

“Enan̄kó nyà gí fífí.”

The cattle are grazing.

Also means
  1. alternative form of nan̄kó (“cattle; large domesticated animal”)
  2. cattle

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eníkóci[ē.nĩ́.kó.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person whose profession or regular activity is singing.

“Eníkóci wun yé ení wun.”

The singer is singing his song.

Also means
  1. singer

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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enunùci[ē.nũ̄.nũ̀.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who works in agriculture or on a farm.

“Enunùci dókun latí o”

There're many farmers in the field.

Also means
  1. farmer

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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epín[ē.pĩ́]
noun
The seeds of a specific type of melon, often ground and used to thicken soup.

“Mi gbà epín.”

I bought egusi.

Also means
  1. egusi (seeds of the pàràgi melon used to make soup)
  2. egusi

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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erwagi[ē.ɾʷā.ɡī]
noun
A term describing a person who has a physical condition preventing them from walking or a person with dwarfism.

“Erwagi nì gíya.”

The person with a disability is sitting.

Also means
  1. person with a disability who cannot walk
  2. person with dwarfism

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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esan[ē.sã̄]
noun
A white mineral substance used for seasoning and preserving food.

“A lá esan kún.”

They have sold the salt.

Also means
  1. salt

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eshì wàwàgi[ē.ʃì wà.wà.ɡī]
noun
A wild animal related to the dog that lives in many parts of Africa.

“Eshì wàwàgi gba.”

The jackal ran.

Also means
  1. jackal

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eshìgi[ē.ʃì.ɡī]
noun
A common domesticated animal that barks.

“Eshìgi gànì.”

The dog is big.

Also means
  1. dog

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eshìgi nuwan[ē.ʃì.ɡī nũ̄wã̄]
noun
A mammal that lives near water and spends much of its time swimming.

“Eshìgi nuwan ma ni nu e.”

The otter is in the water.

Also means
  1. otter

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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esò[ē.sò]
noun
A type of plant grown for its edible seeds which are often used in cooking.

“Esò gànni nda mi gba.”

I like to harvest sesame.

Also means
  1. sesame
  2. Sesamum indicum

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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esun[ē.sũ̄]
noun
The air taken into or let out of the lungs.

“Esun è gá.”

The breath is coming out.

Also means
  1. breath

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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etán[e.tã́]
noun
The physical feeling of suffering or discomfort.

“Etán mán mi.”

I am feeling pain.

Also means
  1. pain

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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etè[ē.tè]
noun
A pole with a flat blade used for rowing a boat.

“Etè kà gúbà.”

The oar is very good.

Also means
  1. oar

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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etí[ē.tí]
noun
The part of the body above the neck. It can also refer to the top or peak of something.

“Etí u ló etítsó à”

The head is not too heavy for its owner

Also means
  1. head
  2. top

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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etsan[ē.t͡sã̄]
noun
The act or expression of laughing or smiling.

“Etsan tswún mi.”

The laugh makes me happy.

Also means
  1. laugh
  2. smile

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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etswa[ē.t͡sʷā]
noun
The natural object that orbits the earth and is visible at night, or the period of time consisting of thirty days.

“Etswa ē yè ēnyè.”

The moon is beautiful.

Also means
  1. moon
  2. month

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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etun[ētũ̄]
noun
Something you have to do as part of your job or duty.

“Etun máná.”

The work is hard.

Also means
  1. work
  2. task
  3. job

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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etùn[ē.tũ̀]
noun
A heavy tool, usually made of wood, used for pounding or grinding substances in a mortar. It can also refer to a thick piece of wood or log.

“Etùn gáà bọ̀n wò.”

The pestle is very heavy.

Also means
  1. pestle
  2. log

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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etunloci[ē.tũ̄.lō.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who performs work or labor.

“Etunloci na la etun yé.”

The worker who is doing the work.

Also means
  1. worker

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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evo[ē.vō]
noun
A hollowed-out gourd used as a container, or a dish for eating.

“Evo mi kpata.”

My calabash is broken.

Also means
  1. calabash; gourd
  2. plate; dish
  3. calabash

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ewó[ē.wó]
noun
A general term for currency or physical cash. It also historically refers to cowry shells used as currency.

“Ewó mi gàn.”

My money is a lot.

Also means
  1. money
  2. cowry shell

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ewódeci[ē.wó.dē.t͡ʃī]
noun
An individual who possesses a significant amount of wealth or resources.

“Ewódeci gí.”

The rich person ate.

Also means
  1. rich person

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ewógíci[ē.wó.ɡí.t͡ʃī]
noun
A type of plant nut often used as medicine for treating coughs.

“Èwógíci yé ègú.”

Bitter kola is a medicinal plant.

Also means
  1. bitter kola (Garcinia kola), used for cough medicine
  2. bitter kola

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ewùn[ē.wũ̀]
noun
A strong feeling of annoyance or hostility.

“Ewùn à gbà mi.”

I am angry.

Also means
  1. anger

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eya[ē.jā]
noun
A narrow, small boat that is moved through water using oars or a paddle.

“Eya gb b eyap c .”

A canoe is never to small for the canoeist.

Also means
  1. canoe
  2. boat; barge

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eyan[ē.jã̄]
noun
An object or an unspecified entity.

“Eyan nyan zun.”

This thing is heavy.

Also means
  1. thing

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eyàn[ē.jã̀]
noun
A musical instrument played by beating with hands or sticks.

“Eyàn wun gbo.”

The drum is loud.

Also means
  1. drum

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eyangíci[ē.jã̄.ɡí.t͡ʃī]
noun
Anything that is eaten as nourishment.

“Eyangíci gúnkín wo è má jin o?”

How many foods do you know how to make?

Also means
  1. food

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eyé[e.jé]
noun
The organ used for sight, or the surface or face of an object.

“Eyé mĩ e gbã.”

My eye is clear.

Also means
  1. eye
  2. face
  3. surface

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eyè[e.jè]
noun
The body part used for smelling and breathing.

“Eyè mì e wù.”

My nose is blocked.

Also means
  1. nose

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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eyì[ē.jì]
noun
A tall cereal plant that produces yellow grains on large cobs, often used as food.

“Eyì wuná è gí.”

He is eating corn.

Also means
  1. maize
  2. corn

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ezàzhì[ē.zà.ʒì]
noun
The plural form of the word ezà, meaning a group of people.

“Ezàzhì kuta wa.”

Many people came.

Also means
  1. plural of ezà

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ezhègi[ē.ʒè.ɡī]
noun
A general term for various types of catfish found in local waters.

“Ezhègi ma wun.”

The catfish is delicious.

Also means
  1. catfish

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ezhìmi[ē.ʒì.mĩ̄]
noun
A system of communication used by a particular community or country.

“Ezhìmi Nupe kpotun.”

The Nupe language is powerful.

Also means
  1. language
  2. dialect

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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È
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è[è]
particle
A particle used to show that an action is currently happening or not yet completed.

“Ele è dù à”

It is not falling (raining).

Also means
  1. Marks the imperfective aspect, for actions that are not completed.
  2. Marks the imperfective aspect

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èbé[è.bé]
noun
A large round orange vegetable that grows on a vine.

“Èbé nyi nì.”

That is a pumpkin.

Also means
  1. pumpkin

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èbi[è.bī]
noun
A tool or implement used for cutting things. It typically consists of a sharp metal blade attached to a handle.

“Musa lá èbi ba nakàn.”

Musa used a knife to cut the meat.

Also means
  1. knife

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èdán[è.dã́]
noun
A type of bat that feeds mainly on fruit and nectar.

“Èdán è kpè tã̀.”

The fruit bat is flying at night.

Also means
  1. fruit bat

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èdú[è.dú]
noun
Money paid to the government or a local authority to fund public services.

“Èdú gbarì.”

The tax is high.

Also means
  1. taxes

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èdù[è.dù]
noun
A structure used for melting metal, especially iron, to separate it from its ore.

“Èdù kpata.”

The smelting furnace is big.

Also means
  1. smelting furnace

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Èdù zhìkò[è.dù ʒì.kò]
name
A major river located in West Africa that is a tributary of the Niger River.

“Èdù zhìkò yè kò.”

The Benue River is over there.

Also means
  1. Benue River (a river in West Africa)
  2. Benue River

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èdzó[è.d͡zó]
noun
An activity or sport that people play for amusement or fun.

“Èdzó nyã gúbà.”

The game is very good.

Also means
  1. game

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Ègbò[è.ɡ͡bò]
name
A term referring to the Igbo people or the Igbo language.

“Ègbò ga”

The Igbo person is standing.

Also means
  1. Igbo people
  2. Igbo language
  3. Igbo

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ège[è.ɡē]
noun
The quality of being good or morally right.

“Ga lwà ège yán bagi ma, bagi dé u dewó.”

Don't consider the goodness of a man, as long as he has money.

Also means
  1. goodness

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Èkó[è.kó]
name
A major city located in Nigeria.

“Mì ń Èkó.”

I am in Lagos.

Also means
  1. Lagos (a city in Nigeria)
  2. Lagos

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èkpá[è.k͡pá]
noun
A measurement of how tall something is from bottom to top or how long it is from end to end.

“èkpá àndúwá yè gí.”

The height of the tree is great.

Also means
  1. height
  2. length

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èkpó[è.k͡pó]
noun
A tall vertical structure used to support a building or object.

“Èkpó gíma ga.”

The pillar is standing tall.

Also means
  1. pillar
  2. buttress
  3. column
  4. post

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èkwa[è.kʷā]
noun
A traditional food made from fermented corn, often eaten as a thick porridge or molded snack.

“èkwa nì kù.”

The corn pap is ready.

Also means
  1. corn pap
  2. agidi

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èlo[è.lō]
noun
The long, flexible nose of an elephant used for grasping and smelling.

“Èlo gba.”

The elephant's trunk is long.

Also means
  1. trunk (of an elephant)
  2. trunk

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èló[è.ló]
noun
A flat piece of material used for writing or taking notes.

“Èló yí wà wè kà.”

The slate is for you to read.

Also means
  1. slate
  2. tablet (for writing)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èlò[è.lò]
noun
Something that is owed to another person, often money. It refers to a financial obligation.

“Èlò gàná gàná wá èmi nà.”

A small debt is in the house.

Also means
  1. debt
  2. credit

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èmagi[è.mã̄.ɡī]
noun
A type of plant with edible leaves or flowers used for food and drinks.

“Èmagi è gí yé.”

The sorrel is good to eat.

Also means
  1. sorrel
  2. roselle
  3. Hibiscus sabdariffa

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èmàgi[è.mã̀.ɡī]
noun
A small wild animal that looks like a cat or dog. It is known for being clever.

“Èmàgi wo làbárì gàn-án bishe yíwózhì de láfíyà à.”

A fox heard that some hens were not feeling well.

Also means
  1. serval
  2. fox

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èmì[è.mĩ̀]
noun
A cluster of houses and courtyards typically walled, where a multigenerational family lives together.

“Èmì gàná wun nyi yi tì.”

The large compound is our home.

Also means
  1. compound
  2. house
  3. home

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èmu[è.mũ̄]
noun
The edible fruit that comes from the baobab tree.

“Èmu yè nyà.”

The baobab fruit is sweet.

Also means
  1. baobab fruit

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èsá[è.sá]
noun
A stool, specifically referring to a traditional Nupe style of stool. It can also refer to a chair or seat.

“Èsá èkó ní.”

This is a Nupe stool.

Also means
  1. stool (in particular) a traditional Nupe stool.
  2. chair; seat
  3. stool

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èsákó[è.sá.kó]
noun
A piece of furniture with a flat top and legs used for placing items on.

“Lítáfi ta èsákó o.”

The book is on the table.

Also means
  1. table

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èsán[è.sã́]
noun
A structure made by a bird to hold its eggs and raise its young.

“Èsán bi yé egi.”

The bird's nest has eggs in it.

Also means
  1. bird's nest

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èsun[è.sũ̄]
noun
The day that comes after today.

“Èsun má mi bẹ.”

I will come tomorrow.

Also means
  1. tomorrow

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ètàn[è.tã̀]
noun
Refers to the history of a people, their traditions, or the lineage and genealogy of a family.

“Ètàn Nupe lulu.”

The history of Nupe is deep.

Also means
  1. history
  2. tradition
  3. lineage ; genealogy

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ètànkpìnci[è.tã̀.k͡pĩ̀.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who tells stories or recounts historical events.

“Ètànkpìnci o kò ètàn wa.”

The storyteller told a story.

Also means
  1. storyteller
  2. historian

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ètsùn[è.t͡sũ̀]
noun
A strike made with the foot.

“Ètsùn nyí wè.”

That is a hard kick.

Also means
  1. kick

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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èwò[è.wò]
noun
Any type of fabric, garment, or clothing worn on the body.

“Ǹdácé fo èwò li.”

Ndace washed the garment.

Also means
  1. cloth
  2. garment

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Èyàgi[è.jà.ɡī]
name
Refers to the ethnic group or the language spoken by the Yoruba people.

“Ezhìmi Èyàgi”

The Yoruba language

Also means
  1. Yoruba people
  2. Yoruba language

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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F
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f[f]
character
f is the seventh letter in the Nupe alphabet as written in the Latin script.

“f ye etsu nwa”

f is a letter.

Also means
  1. The seventh letter of the Nupe alphabet, written in the Latin script.
  2. The seventh letter of the Nupe alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fèrè[fè.ɾè]
noun
A small whistle or a flute, typically used for making music or signaling.

“Musa gba fèrè.”

Musa blew the whistle.

Also means
  1. small whistle
  2. flute

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Filàni
name
Refers to either the Fula language or the Fula people.

“Filàni gàn yè.”

He speaks Fula.

Also means
  1. Fula (language)
  2. Fula (people)
  3. Fula

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fini[fī.nĩ̄]
noun
A part of a plant, such as a leaf or an herb, or an area covered by wild vegetation like a bush.

“Tukpa mi á dzwa fini.”

Said after one has been listening for a long time.

Also means
  1. leaf; herb
  2. bush

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fìtíla[fì.tí.lā]
noun
A device that provides light, such as a candle or a lantern.

“Fìtíla nyan tsú.”

The lamp is bright.

Also means
  1. lamp
  2. candle
  3. lantern

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fìtína[fì.tí.nã̄]
noun
A state of being troubled, annoyed, or experiencing a minor difficulty or disturbance.

“Fìtína nì è gbó à.”

That annoyance is not necessary.

Also means
  1. bother
  2. annoyance

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fo[fō]
verb
To clean something using water.

“Ǹdá á èwò fo.”

Father washed the garment.

Also means
  1. to wash

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fùla[fù.lā]
noun
A traditional hat worn by Nupe men.

“Gàra fùla nyà ye.”

Wear your hat.

Also means
  1. hat (in particular) traditional hat worn by Nupe men.
  2. hat

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fúsàn[fú.sã̀]
noun
A type of freshwater fish often found in rivers and ponds.

“Fúsàn nyi ezhi kpa.”

The catfish is very big.

Also means
  1. African catfish (Heterobranchus bidorsalis)
  2. vundu (Heterobranchus longifilis)
  3. African catfish

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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G
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g[ɡ]
character
The eighth letter of the Nupe alphabet, written in the Latin script.

“g”

The letter g.

Also means
  1. The eighth letter of the Nupe alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gan[ɡã̄]
verb
To be greater than something else or to go beyond a certain limit.

“Èmì mi li gan èmì u.”

My house is cleaner than her house.

Also means
  1. to exceed; to surpass
  2. to exceed

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gànmáná[ɡã̀.mã́.nã́]
noun
A statement that is not true. It is a false claim made to deceive someone.

“Gànmáná ma bo.”

That is a lie.

Also means
  1. lie
  2. falsehood

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gànmánázúnci[ɡã̀.mã́.nã́.zṹ.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who does not tell the truth or tries to trick others with false words.

“Gànmánázúnci yé ebó kpe.”

A liar is someone who likes to deceive.

Also means
  1. liar; deceiver
  2. liar

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Gárà[ɡá.ɾà]
name
Refers to the Igala ethnic group or their language.

“Gárà èci wun kuta.”

The Igala language is spoken there.

Also means
  1. Igala people
  2. Igala language

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Gb[ɡ͡b]
character
A character used in the Latin-based Nupe alphabet representing a specific sound.

“Gb dã Nupe gãgi.”

Gb is in the Nupe alphabet.

Also means
  1. The ninth letter of the Nupe alphabet, written in the Latin script.
  2. The ninth letter of the Nupe alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gbàci[ɡ͡bà.t͡ʃī]
noun
A tall, sturdy palm tree native to Africa, often used for construction and food.

“Gbàci de yá wá.”

The palm tree is tall.

Also means
  1. Borassus aethiopum (African palmyra palm)
  2. African palmyra palm

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gbàǹgbá[ɡ͡bà.ŋ̀.ɡ͡bá]
noun
A water bird with webbed feet that swims.

“Gbàǹgbá na bi lúmi.”

The duck is swimming in the water.

Also means
  1. duck
  2. goose

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gbàtà[ɡ͡bà.tà]
noun
An amount of money or something else that is owed to someone else.

“U gí mi gbàtà.”

He owes me a debt.

Also means
  1. debt

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gbin[ɡ͡bĩ̄]
verb
To make a low, mournful sound, often because of pain or sadness.

“Yì gbin gbo.”

He is moaning.

Also means
  1. to moan
  2. to grunt
  3. to sob
  4. to groan

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gbíngàn[ɡ͡bĩ́.ɡã̀]
verb
To request information or inquire about something.

“Mi wá n gbíngàn yà we.”

I want to ask you a question.

Also means
  1. to ask a question

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gbo[ɡ͡bō]
verb
To move an object or your hand back and forth over a surface, often to apply a substance like oil or cream.

“Mi lá èkó gbotí.”

I used shea butter to moisturise my face.

Also means
  1. to rub
  2. to smother; to daub
  3. to file
  4. to apply (ointment); to rub on

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gbugbó[ɡ͡bū.ɡ͡bó]
noun
The sound made by a dog.

“Mi wo gbugbó yán eshìgi à.”

I didn't hear the dog's barking.

Also means
  1. barking

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ge[ɡē]
verb
This verb is used to describe something that is pleasant, satisfactory, or of high quality.

“U ge à”

It's not good

Also means
  1. to be good

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gí[ɡí]
verb
To consume food, or to devour or gnaw at something.

“Kó gí.”

Eat it.

Also means
  1. to eat
  2. to devour; to gnaw

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gige[ɡī.ɡē]
noun
The quality of being good, virtuous, or kind.

“Gige nyan egi.”

Goodness is a virtue.

Also means
  1. goodness
  2. being good

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gigí[ɡī.ɡí]
noun
The act of consuming food or nourishment.

“Gigí gábá gí evo o”

The lion ate the antelope

Also means
  1. eating

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gígún[ɡí.ɡū́]
verb
To receive money, property, or a title from someone after they have died.

“U gígún esun na nda wun yà wun.”

He inherited the land that his father gave him.

Also means
  1. to inherit

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gùlú[ɡù.lú]
noun
A large bird that feeds mainly on carrion.

“Gùlú yi.”

It is a vulture.

Also means
  1. vulture

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gùnkun[ɡũ̀.kũ̄]
verb
To engage in a conflict or fight in a war.

“E gùnkun zìkò.”

They fought in the war.

Also means
  1. to battle
  2. to fight a war

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gusa[ɡū.sā]
noun
A tall, woody grass plant known as bamboo.

“Gusa ŋwà”

The bamboo is tall.

Also means
  1. bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris)
  2. bamboo

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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guzhiya[ɡū.ʒī.jā]
noun
A common legume that grows underground. It is frequently eaten as a snack or used in cooking.

“Mí nà guzhiya ŋwa.”

I want to eat groundnuts.

Also means
  1. groundnut; peanut Arachis hypogaea
  2. groundnut

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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gyama[ɡʲā.mã̄]
noun
A small, slow-moving lizard that can change the color of its skin to blend into its environment.

“Gyama zhi kpáka.”

The chameleon is on the tree.

Also means
  1. chameleon

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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H
NGNupe
h[h]
character
The tenth letter of the Nupe alphabet, written in the Latin script.

“h”

The letter h.

Also means
  1. The tenth letter of the Nupe alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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I
NGNupe
imanì[ī.mã̄.nĩ̀]
noun
A strong belief or trust in something, often in a spiritual or religious context.

“Imanì wun gá.”

His faith is strong.

Also means
  1. faith
  2. submission

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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J
NGNupe
j[d͡ʒ]
character
The twelfth letter of the Nupe alphabet, written in the Latin script.

“j”

The letter j.

Also means
  1. The twelfth letter of the Nupe alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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jèban̄ci[d͡ʒè.bā.ŋ̄.t͡ʃī]
noun
A long, sturdy stick used for stirring and mashing heavy foods like pounded yam.

“Jèban̄ci yè bā.”

The wooden turning stick is long.

Also means
  1. wooden turning stick for preparing foods like pounded yam, eba and amala.
  2. wooden turning stick

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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jèkafa[d͡ʒè.kā.fā]
noun
A common grain used as a staple food. This is an alternative spelling of cèǹkafa.

“Mi kà jèkafa gà.”

I am eating rice.

Also means
  1. alternative form of cèńkafa
  2. rice

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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jígijìgi[d͡ʒí.ɡī.d͡ʒì.ɡī]
noun
Describing a state of confusion, lack of order, or chaos.

“Yà gba jígijìgi.”

Do not create disorder.

Also means
  1. disorderly

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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jìgìjìgí[d͡ʒì.ɡì.d͡ʒì.ɡí]
noun
Something that is not steady or is wobbling.

“Kuti è kì jìgìjìgí.”

The chair is shaky.

Also means
  1. shaky

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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jin[d͡ʒī̃]
verb
An action word used to describe performing an activity, making something, or indicating a state of being.

“Mi è jin yangíci.”

I'm making food.

Also means
  1. to do
  2. to practice
  3. to make
  4. to be

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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jìngbán[d͡ʒĩ̀.ɡ͡bã́]
noun
A term used to refer to a person of old age.

“Jìngbán wun yé gbán.”

The elderly person is wise.

Also means
  1. elderly person

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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jinjin[d͡ʒĩ̄.d͡ʒĩ̄]
noun
The process of carrying out an action or task.

“Jinjin à kò.”

The work is hard.

Also means
  1. doing
  2. making

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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K
NGNupe
k[k]
character
The thirteenth letter of the Nupe alphabet, written in the Latin script.

“k”

The letter k.

Also means
  1. The thirteenth letter of the Nupe alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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káfìri[ká.fì.ɾī]
noun
A term used to describe a person who does not follow the Islamic faith.

“Káfìri wuná.”

He is a non-Muslim.

Also means
  1. kafir
  2. disbeliever
  3. non-Muslim

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kágbódeci[ká.ɡ͡bó.dē.t͡ʃī]
noun
Someone who possesses great physical strength or power.

“Kágbódeci na la sàkàn yi.”

The strong person is lifting the load.

Also means
  1. strong person
  2. powerful person

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kàkàki[kà.kà.ki]
noun
A type of long, metal trumpet used in royal music for an Etsu. It is a traditional instrument associated with royalty.

“Kàkàki yè gànànyì nì ètsu wun yè.”

The trumpet is played at the palace of the king.

Also means
  1. trumpet (in particular) those played in royal ensembles for an etsu.
  2. trumpet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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káǹ[ká.ŋ̀]
noun
A piece of land used for growing crops.

“Mi yé káǹ.”

I am going to the farm.

Also means
  1. farm

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kannáfùrù[kã.nã́.fù.ɾù]
noun
A small dried flower bud used as a spice in cooking.

“Kannáfùrù gwa ebi”

The clove has a strong smell

Also means
  1. the clove spice
  2. clove

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Kánu[ká.nũ̄]
name
A major city located in northern Nigeria. It is also the name of a state and a traditional emirate in the same region.

“Kánu yé etsu wa.”

Kano is a city.

Also means
  1. Kano City (a city in Nigeria)
  2. Kano State (a state of Nigeria)
  3. Kano Emirate (a historical emirate in Nigeria)
  4. Kano City

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kara[kā.ɾā]
noun
A creature with a hard shell that lives in or near water and walks sideways.

“Kara ga ga gba.”

The crab is walking.

Also means
  1. crab

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kárà[ká.ɾà]
noun
A physical wall built around a compound that is separate from the actual houses.

“Kárà na gba gba.”

The compound wall is very long.

Also means
  1. wall surrounding a compound (that does not connect to the houses)
  2. compound wall

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kàrà[kà.ɾà]
noun
A traditional food made from deep-fried bean paste.

“Mì gí kàrà.”

I ate akara.

Also means
  1. akara

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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karigi[kā.yì.ɡī]
noun
A small, hopping animal with long ears, often found in the wild.

“Karigi kpan ye eci.”

The rabbit ate the yam.

Also means
  1. rabbit

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kata[kā.tā]
noun
A place where people live or a single room within a building.

“Kata mì yè yèwú.”

My house is big.

Also means
  1. house
  2. room

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kàtà[kà.tà]
noun
An object used for protection from the rain or sun.

“Kàtà wó wè kà.”

Your umbrella is broken.

Also means
  1. umbrella

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Keńci[kē.ŋ́.t͡ʃī]
noun
A person who belongs to the Hausa ethnic group.

“Keńcizhì è yì Nupenācizhì gàn-án "Nupawa".”

The Hausas call Nupe people "Nupawa".

Also means
  1. Hausa person

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Kení[kē.nĩ́]
name
A traditional name used to refer to Hausaland.

“Kení yè tìtsì.”

Hausaland is a region.

Also means
  1. Hausaland

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kíǹkèrè[kí.ŋ̀.kè.ɾè]
noun
A small animal with a curved tail that can sting.

“Kíǹkèrè à tì mi.”

A scorpion stung me.

Also means
  1. scorpion

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kìtì[kì.tì]
noun
A pile or mass of things heaped together, or the physical act of doing a somersault.

“Yè lá mì gìnì kìtì.”

They gathered it into a heap.

Also means
  1. heap
  2. somersault

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kòci[kò.t͡ʃī]
noun
A tropical tree that produces nuts used to make shea butter.

“Kòci tswa.”

The shea tree grew.

Also means
  1. shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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koro[kō.ɾō]
noun
The small hollow or indentation in the center of the stomach.

“Koro mi wun.”

That is my navel.

Also means
  1. navel; belly button
  2. navel

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kòrò[kò.ɾò]
noun
The part of the body that connects the head to the shoulders.

“Kòrò mi tunga.”

My neck is long.

Also means
  1. neck

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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