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Igbo word

maka

In Igbo, maka means for, about, or because of. Hear it spoken by a native Igbo speaker, and read it in real sentences.

What maka means

maka Extended conversation
for, about, or because ofPut it before the person or thing it points at: Kedu maka gị?, how about you? Daalụ maka enyemaka gị, thank you for your help.

How to say it

Say it as mà-kà. Use two clear, even syllables.

Igbo is tonal, so pitch can change a word’s meaning. The marks above show this reading. The recording is a native speaker.

maka in a sentence

  • maka gịabout you
  • Kedu maka gị?How about you?
  • maka njem ahụabout that trip
  • Ọ bụ maka otu?Is it for one?