Etymology[edit]
From Malay nakhoda (“ship captain”), from Persian ناخدا (nâxodâ, “ship captain”). Compare Maranao nakoda' and Tagalog anakura.
nakura'
- chief; leader or boss (especially in a big group or organization).
Hi Abdul in nakura' sin parhimpunan yan.- Abdul is the leader of that organization.
- Synonym: kapāla
