Amharic · Body & Health

አፍንጫ

afincha

Nose

Beginnernoun

Definition

The part of the face used for smelling and breathing.

Example

በጉንፋን ምክንያት አፍንጫዬ ተዘግቷል።

My nose is blocked because of a cold.

Etymology

'አፍንጫ' (afincha) comes from ancient roots meaning nose, and it reflects the importance of smell and breath in both health and cultural practices.

How & Where It’s Used

'አፍንጫ' is used in both formal health contexts and in casual discussion about smell and sensory experiences in everyday life.

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