obas
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈoʊbɑs/
KK: /obɑs/
noun
Definition
A term used to refer to a chief or king in certain African cultures, often used in a plural form.
Example
The obas of the region gathered to discuss important matters.
Conversation
Have you ever heard stories about the obas in our culture?
Yeah, I remember my grandmother mentioning them when I was a kid.
It's fascinating how they were seen as powerful leaders.
Definitely, their influence is still felt today.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
chiefs
rulers
leaders
Antonyms
followers
subjects
commoners
pronoun
Definition
A word used to indicate possession, referring to something that belongs to the speaker and others.
Example
The books on the shelf are obas, meaning they belong to us.
Conversation
I really enjoyed our time at the park yesterday.
Me too! It was nice to relax and catch up.
Yeah, I think we should make it a regular thing, just like obas used to do.
Root Explanation
This word originates from Old English, meaning a type of fish or eel. The term 'obas' specifically refers to a fish found in certain regions, often used in local dialects.
Memory Tip
Think of 'obas' as a specific type of fish, helping you remember that it refers to a fish or eel.
Visually Confused Words
bas
tobias