kofur

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Hausa

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Etymology

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From English corporal.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /kóː.fùr/
    • (Standard Kano Hausa) IPA(key): [kʷóː.ɸʊ̀r]

Noun

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kōfùr̃ m

  1. corporal (military rank)

Usage notes

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When used as a title, the whole word is given low tone.

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