senegalese

Thân thiện

A Senegalese artist paints a colorful mural on a community wall.

Definition

1. Adjective:

   • Of, relating to, or characteristic of the West African country of Senegal or its people.
   • Describing something originating from Senegal.

2. Noun:

   • A person who was born in or is a citizen of Senegal.
   • A native or inhabitant of Senegal.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:

  • The Senegalese embassy issued a travel advisory. (The embassy of Senegal issued the advisory.)
  • She is a fan of Senegalese music, especially mbalax. (She enjoys music that originates from Senegal.)
  • Senegalese cuisine often features fish and rice. (The culinary tradition of Senegal features these ingredients.)

• Noun:

  • The Senegalese are known for their hospitality. (The people of Senegal are known for this trait.)
  • He is a Senegalese living abroad. (He is a citizen of Senegal residing in another country.)
  • Several Senegalese participated in the conference. (Several people from Senegal took part.)

Advanced Usage

• The adjective Senegalese is used in formal and academic contexts to describe cultural, political, or geographical attributes of Senegal.
  • The study focused on Senegalese migration patterns.
• As a demonym (noun for a person from a place), it follows the standard English pattern similar to "Portuguese" or "Vietnamese." The plural form is the same as the singular when referring to the people collectively: "the Senegalese."

Variants and Related Words

• Senegal: The proper noun for the country itself.
• Senegambia: A historical and geographical region encompassing Senegal and The Gambia.

Synonyms

• Adjective: Of Senegal.
• Noun: Citizen of Senegal, national of Senegal.

Related Phrases

• Senegalese wrestling (Laamb): A traditional and popular sport in Senegal.
  • Senegalese wrestling is a major cultural event.
• Senegalese French: The variety of French spoken in Senegal.
  • Senegalese French incorporates many loanwords from local languages like Wolof.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. of or relating to or characteristic of Senegal or its people
   • Senegalese villages
   • Senegalese herdsmen

Noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Senegal

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