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North and West Africa Vocabulary - Ivory Coast

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North and West 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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vibrant
vibrant
[Adjective]

full of energy, enthusiasm, and life

Ex: The city was vibrant with activity during the festival. 
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stunning
stunning
[Adjective]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

Ex: The stunning landscape of the countryside was captured in the artist's painting. 
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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to border
to border
[Verb]

to be the neighboring country or region next to another, sharing a line

Ex: The region borders a desert, influencing its climate and agriculture. 
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savanna
savanna
[noun]

a flat grassland in tropical or subtropical regions

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coastal
coastal
[Adjective]

related to or situated along the coast, the area where land meets the sea

Ex: Coastal erosion is a natural process that reshapes shorelines over time. 
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to line
to line
[Verb]

to form a row or be positioned along the edge of something

Ex: The trees lined the street beautifully in autumn. 
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palm tree
palm tree
[noun]

a tall tree with a straight trunk and big leaves at the top that looks like an umbrella

Ex: The beach was lined with tall palm trees swaying in the breeze. 
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inland
inland
[Adjective]

located away from the coast

Ex: The inland regions experience hotter temperatures compared to coastal areas. 
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lush
lush
[Adjective]

(of vegetation) growing densely and looking strong and healthy

Ex: The tropical rainforest is known for its lush vegetation, with a variety of plants and trees. 
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rolling
rolling
[Adjective]

having a gently rising and falling surface with many small hills

Ex: The village was surrounded by rolling hills. 
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hill
hill
[noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: From the top of the hill, you can see the whole city. 
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tropical
tropical
[Adjective]

of, relating to, or characteristic of the hot regions around the equator

Ex: Tropical forests support an enormous variety of plant and animal life. 
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to date back

to have origins or existence that extends to a specific earlier time

Ex: The ancient ruins in the valley date back to the time of the Roman Empire. 
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craftsmanship

skill in an occupation or trade

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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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colonial
colonial
[Adjective]

relating to a colony, colonial rule, or colonialism

Ex: The country gained independence after decades of colonial rule. 
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colony
colony
[noun]

a country or territory politically controlled by another, more powerful country

Ex: India was once a British colony. 
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palm oil
palm oil
[noun]

a type of vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palm trees

Ex: He likes to cook his french fries in palm oil for a crispy texture. 
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sector
sector
[noun]

a specific part or branch of an economy, society, or activity with its own distinct characteristics and functions

Ex: The technology sector has grown rapidly in recent years. 
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to struggle

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

Ex: He struggled to lift the heavy box onto the shelf, but with determination, he eventually succeeded. 
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instability

a state in which unexpected change or failure is probable

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determination

the quality of continuing to work toward a goal despite difficulties

Ex: Emma showed great determination to finish the course. 
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ivory
ivory
[noun]

a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses

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in demand
in demand
[Adjective]

greatly desired

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no longer
no longer
[Adverb]

up to a certain point but not beyond it

Ex: She can no longer tolerate the noise in the room. 
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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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identity
identity
[noun]

the individual characteristics by which a thing or person is recognized or known

Ex: The police are trying to determine the identity of the victim. 
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major
major
[Adjective]

serious and of great importance

Ex: The major issue facing the city is the lack of affordable housing. 
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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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to contribute

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

Ex: Many factors contribute to the rise in housing prices. 
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statue
statue
[noun]

a three-dimensional figure of a person or animal, typically made from a hard material such as stone, metal, or wood

Ex: A bronze statue of the composer stands outside the concert hall. 
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pottery
pottery
[noun]

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

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pattern
pattern
[noun]

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

Ex: The wallpaper had a beautiful floral pattern that added elegance to the room. 
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creativity

the ability to use imagination in order to bring something new into existence

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central
central
[Adjective]

very important and necessary

Ex: Trust is central to the success of any partnership or collaboration. 
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drum
drum
[noun]

a round hollow musical instrument with a membrane stretched across one or both ends and played by striking it

Ex: Ryan plays the drums in a local rock band. 
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xylophone
xylophone
[noun]

a percussion instrument consisting of a row of wooden bars in different lengths set on a frame, played by a wooden or plastic mallet

Ex: She played a cheerful tune on the xylophone. 
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harp
harp
[noun]

a triangular musical instrument with a row of strings that are stretched vertically, played with the fingers

Ex: She practiced the harp diligently every day to prepare for the upcoming recital. 
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rhythm
rhythm
[noun]

a repeated pattern of beats or sounds in music

Ex: The drummer kept a steady rhythm throughout the song. 
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beat
beat
[noun]

a piece of music's or a poem's main rhythm

Ex: The drummer sets the beat for the band, establishing the tempo and rhythm of the song. 
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lyric
lyric
[noun]

(plural) a song's words or text

Ex: The singer delivered the heartfelt lyrics with passion and emotion, moving the audience to tears. 
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lively
lively
[Adjective]

full of activity, excitement, and energy

Ex: The restaurant has a lively atmosphere on Friday nights. 
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nightlife
nightlife
[noun]

the social activities and entertainment options that take place after dark, typically involving bars, clubs, live music, and other forms of entertainment

Ex: The city's nightlife offers an array of bars, clubs, and live music venues. 
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business district

an area of a city where the majority of commercial activities, offices, and financial institutions are located

Ex: The business district is full of skyscrapers and corporate offices. 
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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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texture
texture
[noun]

the way food feels in the mouth, especially whether it is smooth, soft, crisp, or firm

Ex: The yogurt has a thick and creamy texture. 
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staple
staple
[noun]

an essential item that is regularly used or needed

Ex: Rice is a staple in many Asian diets. 
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to mash
to mash
[Verb]

to crush food into a soft mass

Ex: She mashed the boiled potatoes with a fork to make creamy mashed potatoes for dinner. 
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yam
yam
[noun]

a large edible root of a tropical climbing plant with a red skin

Ex: She used grated yam to make fluffy and satisfying yam pancakes for breakfast. 
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peanut sauce

a flavorful condiment made from ground roasted peanuts, commonly used in Southeast Asian and African cuisines

Ex: She prepared a spicy peanut sauce to accompany the grilled chicken skewers. 
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savory
savory
[Adjective]

(of food) salty or spicy rather than sweet

Ex: The savory sauce added depth of flavor to the pasta dish. 
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snack
snack
[noun]

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

Ex: At the party, there were many snacks to choose from. 
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to [take] place

to occur at a specific time or location

Ex: The wedding will take place in a beautiful garden by the lake. 
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to give thanks

express gratitude or show appreciation to

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ancestor
ancestor
[noun]

a person from whom someone is descended, especially one who lived many generations ago

Ex: One of Maya's ancestors emigrated from Italy in the nineteenth century. 
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good fortune

favorable circumstances or success resulting from chance

Ex: We had the good fortune to find shelter before the storm. 
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national holiday

authorized by law and limiting work or official business

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firework
firework
[noun]

(usually plural) a small thing containing explosive powder that produces bright colors and a loud noise when it explodes or burns, mostly used at celebrations

Ex: The fireworks lit up the night sky during the New Year's Eve celebration. 
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thanks to
thanks to
[preposition]

used to express the cause or reason for a particular outcome

Ex: Thanks to the timely intervention of the firefighters, the house was saved from complete destruction by the fire. 
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natural resource

resources (actual and potential) supplied by nature

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cocoa
cocoa
[noun]

the raw beans or seeds of the cacao plant, especially when referred to as a commodity or agricultural product

Ex: The farmers harvested cocoa from the ripe pods. 
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rubber
rubber
[noun]

a strong, elastic material obtained from the latex of certain plants

Ex: Natural rubber is obtained from the latex of rubber trees. 
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