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Revision as of 17:14, 2 December 2017
Qino
Alternative forms
- طٯ (Western Arabic script)
- طق (Eastern Arabic script)
- ጠቂ (Ge'ez script)
Etymology
Proto-Cushitic. Cognate to Somali dhaqid, Oromo dhiqqachuu.
Pronunciation
(Qino) IPA: /ˈdaɠi/ [dáɰˀi ~ dáʔi]
Verb
daqi (class 1)
- to wash; to bathe
- Ta maacuuna daqu.
- Wash the dishes.
- Ta maacuuna daqu.
- to take care of; to watch
- Loowa daqá.
- He watches cattle.
- Loowa daqá.
Usage notes
When used with the meaning of "wash", daqi implies a more thorough washing than meejhi.
Synonyms
Derived terms
daqata noun, m. "washing; shower; bath"
daqáti verb, 1a "to wash (for one's own benefit); to wash oneself; to take a shower/bath"