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donga

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈdɒŋə/

KK: /ˈdɔŋə/

noun
Definition

A type of building that can be moved and usually has single rooms, often found in remote areas for work or as a place for tourists to stay.


Example

The workers stayed in a donga while they completed the construction project.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever stayed in a donga while traveling?
Sloth B
Yeah, I did once when I went to a remote work site.
Sloth A
What was it like? I've heard they can be pretty cozy.
Sloth B
They are! It's a unique experience, especially being so close to nature.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cabin
hut
shack
Antonyms
mansion
palace
building
Root Explanation

The word 'donga' originates from the Khoisan languages of Southern Africa, meaning a deep gully or ravine. It refers specifically to a type of geographical feature found in that region.

Memory Tip

Think of a deep gully or ravine when you hear 'donga', as it directly describes this geographical feature.

Visually Confused Words
wonga
tonga
ronga
ponga
longa
drona
donna
donia
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