amerikani
|a-me-ri-ka-ni|
B1
/əˈmɛrɪkəni/
related to America
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amerikani' originates from Swahili, specifically the word 'Amerika,' which refers to the continent of America.
Historical Evolution
'Amerika' was adopted into Swahili from the English word 'America,' and eventually became 'amerikani' to denote people or things related to America.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to America,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a Swahili term for an American person or something related to America.
He is an amerikani living in Kenya.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/13 11:36