North and West Africa Vocabulary - Maroko

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

an area of scenery visible in a single view

a method or style of cooking that is specific to a country or region

showing a variety of distinct types or qualities

the boundary between land and water, particularly as seen on a map or from above

a city or town near the sea where ships come to load and unload goods and passengers

a plain adjacent to a coast

(of mountains or other elevated features) having a covering of snow on its uppermost part or peak

the pointed top of a mountain

a hill of sand built by wind or water flow

a fertile tract in a desert (where the water table approaches the surface)

the activity of making long and often difficult journeys on foot, especially in natural areas

extremely interesting or captivating

to exert a significant influence on the development, nature, or outcome of something

a society that has developed its own culture and institutions in a particular period of time or place

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

(of an area) having a lot of mountains

connected with or pertaining to language in general

the impact one thing or person has on another

to establish control over an area or people, often by settling and exploiting it

a nation with significant influence and authority on a global scale

a state or territory partly controlled by (but not a possession of) a stronger state but autonomous in internal affairs; protectorates are established by treaty

a country ruled by a king or queen whose powers are limited by law and elected officials hold most authority

to update or improve something

the customs, traditions, rituals, and behaviors that are inherited and preserved within a community or society over time

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

a structure or a place that is historically important

a thin and tall tower, often on top of a mosque, from which Muslim are summoned to prayers

a grand above-ground structure used for entombing the deceased or as a memorial

a sedimentary rock composed of sand-sized grains, commonly used in construction for its durability and natural beauty

an area in a town where goods and services are bought and sold

a small stand or booth where food is prepared and sold

to become active, lively, or full of energy

a performer who demonstrates agility, balance, and strength through a variety of gymnastic movements and aerial feats

a performer who entertains audiences by playing music or using movements to control or interact with snakes

full of energy, enthusiasm, and life

a narrow passage between or behind buildings, typically used for access, deliveries, or shortcuts

relating to sacred matters such as religion, church, etc.

belonging or related to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from roughly the 5th to the 15th century

a confusing network of paths separated by bushes or walls, designed in a way that confuses the people who pass through

a skilled professional who creates items by hand, often using traditional methods and techniques

pots, dishes, etc. that are made of clay by hand and then baked in a kiln to be hardened

items made or produced for sale

any type of knitted, felted or woven cloth

to transfer something to the next generation or another person

commonly practiced or accepted as a usual way of doing things

a type of tea made from fresh or dried mint leaves steeped in hot water

a small, hollow sphere of gas

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

a type of heavy and sticky soil that is molded when wet and is baked to become hardened in pottery or ceramic making

having the form or characteristics of a cone, which is a three-dimensional geometric shape with a circular base tapering to a point at the apex

very popular or cherished among a specific group of people

a small, round, and often dried seed that is high in protein and is used for cooking soups, stews, etc.

aromatic seeds used as seasoning especially in curry

extremely lean and muscular, with clearly defined muscles

flat and thin type of bread that contains no yeast

having a strong and pleasant smell

to prominently display or present something to attract attention and admiration

any musical instruments that can produce sound when its strings are touched or struck

(of a group of people) having a strong friendly relationship with shared interests

a person older in age or experience than another

discussions to come to an agreement on conditions, prices, etc.

to discuss the terms of an agreement or try to reach one

a person or company that sells something

an object made by hand rather than one manufactured by a machine

relaxed, casual, or informal in style or feeling

to apply a hydrating substance, such as lotion or cream, to the skin in order to improve its hydration

a feature or quality of something

the routine and products used to maintain the health and appearance of the skin