nyas

Meanings

• Noun

  A lake or body of water in Nyasaland (now Malawi)

  - "The Nyas lake is the largest lake in Malawi."
  - "Tourists often visit the Nyas lake for fishing and boating."

• Noun

  A traditional dance or ceremony in Nyasa land (now Malawi)

  - "The Nyas dance is performed during festivals and celebrations."
  - "The Nyas ceremony is a significant cultural event in Malawi."

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Variants

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Nias , Niassan

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Etymology

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From the Bantu language, meaning 'lake' or 'large body of water'

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Trivia

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1. Lake Nyasa, also known as Lake Malawi, is the third largest lake in Africa.

2. The Nyas dance is performed by both men and women, and is often accompanied by traditional music and drumming.

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Related Concepts

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1. Malawi: A country located in southeastern Africa, named after the largest lake in the region, Lake Malawi, which was formerly known as Lake Nyasa.

2. Bantu languages: A large language family spoken by the Bantu peoples of Africa, including the language from which the word 'Nyas' originated.

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Culture

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The Nyas land refers to the area that is now modern-day Malawi. The word 'Nyas' has significant cultural and historical significance for the people of Malawi. It is the name of the largest lake in the country, which is a source of livelihood and an important tourist attraction. The word is also the name of a traditional dance or ceremony that is deeply rooted in the Malawian culture.

How to Memorize "nyas"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, clear lake in a tropical setting. Visualize the sun setting over the lake, with boats on the water and people fishing along the shore.

2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Nyas is a lake in Malawi' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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