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dim̀kpà

noun

LanguageIgbo (Nigeria)

Meaning
  1. one who is capable of handling life challenges
  2. a capable person
  3. A person who is strong and able to handle the challenges of life.
Examples

Ọ bụ dim̀kpà n'ezinụlọ ya.

He is a capable person in his family.

Part of speechnoun

Usage noteThis word often refers to an adult man who is considered reliable or strong.

Status: Adapted from Wikidata lexemes — awaiting native speaker review

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Source: Wikidata lexemes (CC0-1.0), adapted.