Amharic · Adjectives

አዲስ

addis

New

Beginneradjective

Definition

Recently made; Addis Ababa means new flower.

Example

አዲስ ስልክ አለኝ።

I have a new phone.

Etymology

'አዲስ' (addis) comes from the root 'ዲስ', which denotes newness or freshness. Its use has evolved to denote anything that is recent or innovative.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in both spoken and written language, applicable in various registers, especially in discussions about new products, ideas, or trends.

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