Mfowethu is a Nguni term for "my brother". It can be used to refer to any male, it doesn't have to be your biological brother. It's like saying "bro".
Example
Sure mfowethu, I will see you tomorrow.
Pronunciation
by MXhosa
Mfethu is a Nguni term, short for mfowethu, meaning my brother. It is generally used to refer to a man, doesn’t have to be related to you.
Example
Dankie for featuring me, mfethu.
Pronunciation
by MXhosa
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Features images of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam and local wildlife.
Currency of Morocco (MAD) issued by Bank Al-Maghrib. 1 Dirham = 100 centimes.
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The dirham has been Morocco's currency since 1882.
Mkhuluwa is a Xhosa term for older brother. It can also be used as a respectful way of addressing an older man.
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Let’s go out, mkhuluwa.
Imazi is a Xhosa term for a female animal.
Example
Ndifuna imazi yegusha.
I want a female sheep.
Imbudlu-mbudlu is a Xhosa colloquial term for a chubby or fat person.
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Did you see him, yimbudlu-middle after he got a job.
Lake Victoria port city known for its unique rock formations and fishing industry.
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Mwanza's Bismarck Rock is a famous lakeside landmark.
Red City known for souks, palaces, and the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square.
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Marrakesh's Bahia Palace showcases exquisite Moroccan craftsmanship.
Historic coastal city with Swahili culture and East Africa's largest port.
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Mombasa's Old Town features ornate Arab-style doors and architecture.
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