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English

amampondo

|a-mam-pon-do|

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/ˌɑːməmˈpɒndoʊ/

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/ˌɑːməmˈpɒndəʊ/

Pondo people

Etymology
Etymology Information

'amampondo' originates from the Xhosa language, specifically the word 'amaMpondo', where 'ama-' is a prefix for people and 'Mpondo' refers to the ethnic group.

Historical Evolution

'amaMpondo' has remained largely unchanged in its transition to English, retaining its original form and meaning.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred specifically to the Pondo people, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a member of the Pondo people, an ethnic group in South Africa.

The Amampondo are known for their rich cultural heritage.

Noun 2

the language spoken by the Pondo people.

She learned Amampondo to communicate better with the local community.

Last updated: 2025/07/07 19:36