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10 Language-to-English DictionariesButɔ
/buˈtɔ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A traditional Ewe ceremonial item or practice, often associated with rituals and cultural significance.
"During the festival, the community gathered to witness the display of the butɔ, symbolizing unity and heritage." - 2
A term used in Ewe culture to denote a specific type of dance or performance.
"The dancers performed the butɔ with great enthusiasm, captivating the audience with their movements."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'butɔ' originates from the Ewe language, a Niger-Congo language spoken in Ghana and Togo. It has evolved in usage to refer to specific cultural practices and items, reflecting the rich traditions of the Ewe people.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Butɔ" is said worldwide
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butɔ
Transliteration: butɔ
"Le butɔ est un élément central des célébrations culturelles."
butɔ
Transliteration: butɔ
"Das butɔ spielt eine wichtige Rolle in den traditionellen Festen."
butɔ
Transliteration: butɔ
"Il butɔ è un simbolo di unità nella cultura Ewe."
butɔ
Transliteration: butɔ
"El butɔ es fundamental en las celebraciones tradicionales."
butɔ
Transliteration: butɔ
"O butɔ é uma parte essencial das festividades culturais."
बुतो
Transliteration: buto
"बुतो सांस्कृतिक समारोहों में महत्वपूर्ण है।"
布托
Transliteration: bù tuō
"布托在传统庆典中扮演着重要角色。"
부토
Transliteration: buto
"부토는 전통 축제에서 중요한 역할을 합니다."
ブト
Transliteration: buto
"ブトは伝統的な祭りで重要な役割を果たします。"
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