Meaning of the word igbo in English

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

igbo

US /ˈɪɡboʊ/
UK /ˈɪɡ.bəʊ/
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Noun

1.

a member of a people of southeastern Nigeria

Example:
The Igbo are one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria.
Many Igbo people live in the southeastern region of Nigeria.
2.

the Kwa language of the Igbo people, spoken in southeastern Nigeria

Example:
She is learning to speak Igbo.
Many Nigerian films are produced in Igbo.