hutu
Definition
- Noun:
- A member of a Bantu people living in Rwanda and Burundi: The term "Hutu" refers to an individual belonging to one of the major ethnic groups in the African Great Lakes region, primarily in Rwanda and Burundi.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The population of Rwanda is predominantly composed of Hutu and Tutsi.
- He is a Hutu from the northern hills of Burundi.
Advanced Usage
- Ethnic identifier: The term is used as a primary ethnic identifier in historical, anthropological, and sociopolitical contexts.
- The colonial administration exacerbated divisions between Hutu and Tutsi.
Variants and Related Words
- Hutu (adj): Pertaining to the Hutu people or their culture (Note: This adjectival use is less common than the noun form).
- Hutu traditions are rich and varied.
Synonyms
- Bantu speaker: A broader linguistic and ethnic classification that includes the Hutu people among many other groups.
Notes on Meaning
- Ethnic Group: The Hutu constitute one of the principal ethnic groups in Rwanda and Burundi. The term is specific to this cultural and geographic context.
- Historical Context: Discussions involving this term are often related to the complex history and inter-ethnic relations in the region.
Noun
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a member of a Bantu people living in Rwanda and Burundi
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