Language/Igbo/Vocabulary/Clothes
Hi Igbo learners! 😊
In this lesson, you will learn the most important Igbo words related to clothes. Knowing how to talk about clothes in Igbo is essential for everyday conversations.
Introduction[edit | edit source]
Clothing is an important part of any culture. In Igbo, there are many words related to clothing and fashion. Knowing these words will help you understand and communicate better with native speakers.
In this lesson, we will look at some of the most common words related to clothing in Igbo. We will also look at some examples of how to use these words in sentences.
Consider exploring these related pages after completing this lesson: Education, Colors, Animals & Family.
Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here is a list of some of the most common words related to clothing in Igbo. The table below shows the Igbo word, its pronunciation (in IPA, transliteration, or Latin script), and its English translation.
| Igbo | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| ụgwọ | ugwo | shirt |
| ọkụ | oku | dress |
| ọnụ | onu | trousers |
| ọkpụrụ | okpuru | skirt |
| ọkpụkpụ | okpukpu | shorts |
Examples[edit | edit source]
Now let's look at some examples of how to use these words in sentences.
- Nke a bụ ụgwọ - This is a shirt.
- Nke a bụ ọkụ - This is a dress.
- Nke a bụ ọnụ - These are trousers.
- Nke a bụ ọkpụrụ - This is a skirt.
- Nke a bụ ọkpụkpụ - These are shorts.
Practice[edit | edit source]
To improve your Igbo Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
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Sources[edit | edit source]