Meaning of the word xhosa in English

What does xhosa mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

xhosa

US /ˈkɔːsə/
UK /ˈkɔː.sə/
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Noun

1.

a member of a South African people living mainly in Eastern Cape province

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Many Xhosa people live in the Eastern Cape.
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The Xhosa are known for their rich cultural traditions.
2.

the Bantu language of the Xhosa people, characterized by the use of click consonants

Example:
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She is learning to speak Xhosa.
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Xhosa is one of the official languages of South Africa.