Definition

Noun: 1. A member of the Amhara people: An Amhara is a person belonging to a major ethnic group of northern Ethiopia, traditionally inhabiting the central highlands. The Amhara people are Semitic-speaking and have historically played a central role in the country's political and cultural life.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Amhara have a rich cultural heritage, including a unique script and literary tradition.
  • She is an Amhara from the Gondar region.

Advanced Usage

• As a collective noun: When used with a definite article ("the Amhara"), the term can refer to the ethnic group as a whole.
  • The history and customs of the Amhara are integral to Ethiopian identity.

Variants and Related Words

• Amharic (noun): The Semitic language spoken by the Amhara people, which is the official working language of Ethiopia.
  • He is learning to speak Amharic.

Synonyms

• Ethiopian Highlander: A broader, less specific term that could refer to inhabitants of the region, including but not limited to the Amhara.

Noun

1. a member of the Semitic speaking people of northern Ethiopia