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East and Central Africa Vocabulary - Cameroon

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East and Central Africa Vocabulary
diverse
diverse
[Adjective]

showing a variety of distinct types or qualities

Ex: The team consisted of individuals from diverse backgrounds, bringing a range of experiences and perspectives to the table. 
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landscape
landscape
[noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The hikers admired the mountain landscape at sunrise. 
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heritage
heritage
[noun]

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

Ex: The festival celebrates our cultural heritage with traditional dances and music. 
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linguistic
linguistic
[Adjective]

connected with or pertaining to language in general

Ex: Children develop linguistic abilities at an early age. 
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to represent

to serve as an instance that embodies the characteristics, qualities, or traits associated with a particular category or concept

Ex: Her dedication to community service and philanthropy truly represents the spirit of altruism and compassion. 
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thick
thick
[Adjective]

(of plants) existing and growing densely close together with little space in between, creating a lush and impenetrable area

Ex: The explorers got lost in the thick forest, unable to find their way out. 
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rare
rare
[Adjective]

found only in small numbers so considered interesting or valuable

Ex: The museum displayed rare artifacts from ancient civilizations, each considered priceless due to their scarcity. 
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to find
to find
[Verb]

used to describe something that exists, grows, etc.

Ex: More information can be found in the user manual. 
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active
active
[Adjective]

(of a volcano) currently showing signs of volcanic activity or having the potential to become active soon

Ex: Mount Etna is one of the most active volcanoes in Europe, frequently spewing lava and ash. 
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to stand
to stand
[Verb]

to possess or exhibit a specific vertical height

Ex: The ancient tower stands 100 feet. 
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to hike up

to walk upward or ascend a slope, hill, or mountain

Ex: They decided to hike up the trail to reach the summit. 
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savanna
savanna
[noun]

a flat grassland in tropical or subtropical regions

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wildlife
wildlife
[noun]

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

Ex: The national park is home to a variety of wildlife, including bears and wolves. 
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to claim
to claim
[Verb]

to demand something as one's rightful possession

Ex: She claimed her inheritance after her father's passing. 
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colony
colony
[noun]

any territory under the full or partial control of another more powerful nation, often occupied by settlers from that nation

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to divide
to divide
[Verb]

to separate people or things into two or more groups, parts, etc.

Ex: The teacher divides the class into small groups for a collaborative project. 
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independence

the state of being free from the control of others

Ex: The country gained its independence after years of colonial rule. 
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republic
republic
[noun]

a governing system in which the supreme power is held by people and their chosen representatives

Ex: The nation declared itself a republic after overthrowing the monarchy. 
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blend
blend
[noun]

a mixture in which different elements are combined evenly

Ex: The coffee was a rich blend of Arabica and Robusta beans. 
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ethnic group

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

Ex: The country is home to many ethnic groups. 
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way of life
way of life
[phrase]

a set of values, rules, standards, and principles typical to a person or group

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linguistically

with respect to language

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to honor
to honor
[Verb]

to show a lot of respect for someone or something

Ex: Families may honor their heritage by preserving and passing down cultural traditions. 
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ancestor
ancestor
[noun]

a blood relative who lived a long time ago, usually before one's grandparents

Ex: She discovered that one of her ancestors had fought in the Civil War. 
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custom
custom
[noun]

a way of behaving or of doing something that is widely accepted in a society or among a specific group of people

Ex: It is a custom in Japan to take off your shoes before entering a house. 
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cattle
cattle
[noun]

large farm animals, such as cows and bulls, raised for meat, milk, or labor

Ex: The farmer owns a large herd of cattle. 
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herding
herding
[noun]

the activity of guiding, managing, and caring for groups of livestock

Ex: Herding remains an important source of income in the region. 
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local
local
[Adjective]

related or belonging to a particular area or place that someone lives in or mentions

Ex: The local bakery is known for its freshly baked bread and pastries. 
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ingredient

a food item that forms part of a recipe or culinary mixture

Ex: Flour is the main ingredient in bread. 
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bitter
bitter
[Adjective]

having a strong taste that is unpleasant and not sweet

Ex: The bitter taste of black coffee lingered on her tongue after she took a sip. 
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peanut
peanut
[noun]

a type of nut that could be eaten, growing underground in a thin shell

Ex: I couldn't resist buying a bag of freshly roasted peanuts from the street vendor. 
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boiled
boiled
[Adjective]

cooked in extremely hot liquids

Ex: She boiled the potatoes until they were tender, then mashed them with butter and garlic. 
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plantain
plantain
[noun]

a cooking banana that is starchy and grows in tropical regions

Ex: I like to fry plantains until they turn golden brown and enjoy them as a tasty side dish. 
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grated
grated
[Adjective]

shredded into small pieces or fine fragments, typically using a grater

Ex: She sprinkled grated cheese over the pasta for added flavor. 
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cocoyam
cocoyam
[noun]

tropical starchy tuberous root

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staple
staple
[Adjective]

used or consumed regularly by many people as a fundamental part of daily life

Ex: Rice is a staple food in many cultures around the world. 
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tropical
tropical
[Adjective]

associated with or characteristic of the tropics, regions of the Earth near the equator known for their warm climate and lush vegetation

Ex: Tropical rainforests are biodiverse ecosystems found near the equator. 
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instrument

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

Ex: A harmonica is a small, portable instrument, making it popular among travelers. 
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rhythm
rhythm
[noun]

a strong repeated pattern of musical notes or sounds

Ex: She clapped along with the rhythm of the music. 
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lively
lively
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The band played a lively tune. 
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gorilla
gorilla
[noun]

an African ape which has a large head and short neck that looks like a monkey with no tail

Ex: The gorilla sat calmly, observing its surroundings with a wise expression in its eyes. 
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chimpanzee

an intelligent ape, with mainly black fur, which has no tail and is native to the forests of western and central Africa

Ex: The chimpanzee groomed its companion, carefully picking through its fur with nimble fingers. 
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endangered
endangered
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The endangered sea turtle population is declining rapidly due to pollution and habitat destruction. 
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primate
primate
[noun]

any mammalian animal that belongs to the same group as humans, such as monkeys, apes, lemurs, etc.

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conservationist

someone who makes efforts to protect the environment and wildlife from any type of harm

Ex: The conservationist worked tirelessly to protect endangered species and their habitats. 
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natural habitat

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

Ex: The panda's natural habitat is the mountain forests of central China. 
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bird watcher

a person who identifies and studies birds in their natural habitats

Ex: The bird watcher spotted a rare warbler near the lake. 
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species
species
[noun]

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

Ex: The Galapagos finches are a classic example of how different species can evolve from a common ancestor. 
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crane
crane
[noun]

a large, long-necked wading bird, typically found in marshes, wetlands, and plains worldwide

Ex: The sandhill crane migrated across the valley. 
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parrot
parrot
[noun]

a tropical bird with bright colors and a curved beak that can be trained to mimic human speech

Ex: The parrot perched on the tree, squawking loudly. 
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exploding lake

a lake that can suddenly release large amounts of gas or water, causing violent eruptions or explosions

Ex: Scientists monitor the volcano near the exploding lake carefully. 
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carbon dioxide

a type of gas with no color and smell that is produced by burning carbon or during breathing out

Ex: Breathing out releases carbon dioxide into the air. 
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deadly
deadly
[Adjective]

able to cause death

Ex: The explosion had deadly consequences. 
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to [make] an effort

to try to do or accomplish something, particularly something difficult

Ex: He promised to make an effort to spend more quality time with his family. 
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to install

to set a piece of equipment in place and make it ready for use

Ex: To upgrade the kitchen, they hired a professional to install the new dishwasher. 
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equipment
equipment
[noun]

the necessary things that you need for doing a particular activity or job

Ex: She packed her camping equipment, including a tent and a sleeping bag. 
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