East and Central Africa Vocabulary - Uganda

showing a variety of distinct types or qualities

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

gorilla of Kivu highlands

(of vegetation) growing densely and looking strong and healthy

an area of scenery visible in a single view

an expansive flat land covered in grass, scattered with trees, and found in tropical or subtropical areas

(of a region or country) entirely surrounded by land, without any access to the sea or ocean

short in duration

to reside in a specific place

a social group united by shared ancestry, culture, or customs

to change and become stronger or more advanced

someone who is sent to a foreign country to teach and talk about religion, particularly to persuade others to become a member of the Christian Church

the state of being free from the control of others

a state of extreme disturbance that causes a lot of worry and uncertainty

an open clash or struggle between opposing groups or individuals

to make progress or advance in a significant way

to build something once again, after it has been destroyed or severely damaged

a group of people who share a common culture, language, religion, or ancestry

full of energy, enthusiasm, and life

(of music, movement, etc.) quick, spirited, and exciting

a strong repeated pattern of musical notes or sounds

an object or device used for producing music, such as a violin or a piano

in a way that relates to a specific location or nearby area

the existence of a range of different plants and animals in a natural environment

(of an animal, plant, etc.) being at risk of extinction

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

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

extremely impressive and attractive

the environment where a plant or animal species normally lives and grows, with the conditions that suit its needs

a community of living organisms together with their physical environment, interacting as a system

a group that animals, plants, etc. of the same type which are capable of producing healthy offspring with each other are divided into

a trip through an area of wildlife, especially in a vehicle, to observe wild animals in their natural habitat

a journey or trip taken by boat for pleasure or transportation purposes

to carefully watch something in order gain knowledge or understanding about the subject

cooked using the steam of boiling water

a type of nut consisting two edible seeds covered with a thin shell, which grows under the ground

food that is made in a special way as part of a meal

a dish of vegetables or meat cooked at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

someone on the street who offers food, clothing, etc. for sale

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

to communicate with others, particularly while spending time with them

to prominently display or present something to attract attention and admiration

to recognize or commemorate a significant occasion by performing a specific action or ritual

the action of praying to God or other higher powers

eating an elaborate meal (often accompanied by entertainment)

an organization that helps those in need by giving them money, food, etc.

to occur at a specific time or location

to try to do or accomplish something, particularly something difficult

addressing the structures, functions, or issues of cities and their populations

related to or characteristic of the countryside

to make something available, accessible, or open up for use or access

to succeed in solving, controlling, or dealing with something difficult

to make progress or advance in a significant way

the physical and organizational assets, such as roads, bridges, utilities, and public services, that support economic activity and daily life

(often plural) the branch of electrical engineering concerned with the technology of electronic communication at a distance

the state or extent of being connected or able to communicate with other devices, networks, or systems, facilitating data transmission and exchange

to help something, such as a process or action, become possible or simpler

an increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over a specific period, often measured by gross domestic product

to be one of the causes or reasons that helps something happen

having the most importance or influence

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event