Amharic
|Am-har-ic|
B2
/æmˈhærɪk/
Ethiopian language
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Amharic' originates from the name of the 'Amhara' region in Ethiopia, where the language is predominantly spoken.
Historical Evolution
'Amharic' evolved from the ancient 'Ge'ez' language, which was used in the Ethiopian Empire.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was a regional language, but over time it evolved into the official language of Ethiopia.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the Semitic language spoken in Ethiopia, serving as the official language of the country.
Amharic is the official language of Ethiopia.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/13 21:21