aai1 coi3 ngo4 bei2 aa3埃塞俄比亞埃塞俄比亚
Jyutpingaai1 coi3 ngo4 bei2 aa3
Yaleāai choi ngòh béi a
Definition
Ethiopia; a country in northeastern Africa with its capital at Addis Ababa.
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How it's used
This is a transliterated name used in formal and casual contexts alike. It is standard to use the full name rather than any shortened version. When referring to the country, it is common to place the word 國家 before it if you need to clarify the category, though it is usually clear from context.
Examples
He is going to travel to Ethiopia next month.
Related words
Common phrases
Ethiopian cuisine
Ethiopian person
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