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English

amazulu

|a-ma-zu-lu|

B2

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/ˌɑːməˈzuːluː/

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/ˌæməˈzuːluː/

Zulu people

Etymology
Etymology Information

'amazulu' originates from the Zulu language, specifically the word 'amaZulu', where 'ama-' is a prefix for plural and 'Zulu' refers to the Zulu people.

Historical Evolution

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

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'the Zulu people', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

amazulu refers to the Zulu people, an ethnic group in South Africa.

The Amazulu are known for their rich cultural heritage.

Synonyms

ZuluZulu people

Last updated: 2025/07/09 05:51