Ethiopian Language (Noun)
Meaning
The dominant and official language of Ethiopia; a Semitic language much influenced by the Cushitic language with which Amhara have been in close contact.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The Ethiopian language, also known as Amharic, is the official working language of the federal government of Ethiopia.
- Amharic is the most widely spoken Ethiopian language and is the second-most spoken Semitic language in the world.
- The Ethiopian language has its own unique script, known as Ge'ez or Ethiopic, which is used to write Amharic and other languages.
- The Ethiopian language has been influenced by various languages, including Arabic, Italian, and English, due to historical and cultural interactions.
- The study of the Ethiopian language is essential for understanding the history, culture, and literature of Ethiopia.