Agbada

Pronunciation: /əɡˈbɑːdə/

Definitions of agbada

noun a long, flowing robe-like garment worn by men in Nigeria

Example Sentences

A1 An agbada is a traditional Nigerian attire worn by men for special occasions.

A2 He looked elegant in his agbada at the wedding ceremony.

B1 The agbada is usually made from expensive fabrics like silk or brocade.

B2 She admired the intricate embroidery on his agbada.

C1 The agbada is a symbol of wealth and status in Nigerian culture.

C2 The agbada is often passed down through generations as a family heirloom.

Examples of agbada in a Sentence

formal The dignitary arrived at the event wearing a luxurious agbada.

informal He looked really sharp in his agbada at the party.

slang That agbada is fire, bro!

figurative His agbada was a symbol of his wealth and status in the community.

Grammatical Forms of agbada

• past tense: agbada-ed
• plural: agbadas
• comparative: more agbada
• superlative: most agbada
• present tense: agbada
• future tense: will agbada
• perfect tense: have agbada
• continuous tense: is agbada-ing
• singular: agbada
• positive degree: very agbada
• infinitive: to agbada
• gerund: agbading
• participle: agbada-ing

Origin and Evolution of agbada

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Yoruba

Story behind the word: The word 'agbada' originates from the Yoruba language of Nigeria.

Evolution of the word: Originally referring to a type of robe worn in West Africa, 'agbada' has evolved to also represent a symbol of cultural identity and status.