“Xikamu” — a popular word from Afrikaans.

Is Xikamu 🪮 truly Xitsonga, or a borrowed word? Let’s find out!


Xikamu 🪮


Yes, “Xikamu” is borrowed from the Afrikaans word, Kam (Comb). 🪮

  • Kama, Kamo, Kamu.
  • Cikama, Tsikamo, Xikama, Xikamo.

Here are three synonyms of “Xikamu” in Xitsonga.

  • Mfukuxo. 🪮
  • Xifenyo. 🪮
  • Xifefo. 🪮

Keep exploring, keep learning, and let the language guide you.

Ahee! 🌞