Meaning of the word hausa in English

What does hausa mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hausa

US /ˈhaʊsə/
UK /ˈhaʊ.sə/
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Noun

1.

a member of a people inhabiting a region of West Africa, chiefly northern Nigeria and southern Niger

Example:
The Hausa are known for their rich cultural heritage.
Many Hausa people live in bustling cities.
2.

the Chadic language of the Hausa people, which is the most widely spoken indigenous language in West Africa

Example:
She is learning to speak Hausa.
Hausa is a tonal language.