Amharic · Adjectives

ቆንጆ

konjo

Beautiful

Beginneradjective

Definition

Very pleasing to look at — one of Amharic's favorite words.

Example

እንዴት ቆንጆ እይታ ነው!

What a beautiful view!

Etymology

'ቆንጆ' (konjo) comes from historical roots associated with beauty and admiration, often used to describe aesthetic qualities.

How & Where It’s Used

Used across both spoken and written Amharic in various registers, commonly used to express compliments about people, objects, or artistic work.

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