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xámu

[ˈɖamu]

noun

LanguageAfar (Ethiopia)

Meaning
  1. syncopic form of xaqámu
  2. This word is a shortened version of xaqámu created by removing a sound from the middle of the word.
Examples

Xámu xaqámu fanah tan.

The xámu form relates to xaqámu.

Pronunciationˈɖamu

Part of speechnoun

Usage noteThis is a syncope, where a sound is lost from the middle of the word.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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