Meaning of the word xhosa in English

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

xhosa

US /ˈkɔːsə/
UK /ˈkɔː.sə/
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Noun

1.

a member of a South African people living mainly in Eastern Cape province

Example:
Many Xhosa people live in the Eastern Cape.
The Xhosa are known for their rich cultural traditions.
2.

the Bantu language of the Xhosa people, characterized by the use of click consonants

Example:
She is learning to speak Xhosa.
Xhosa is one of the official languages of South Africa.