mma
The Igbo word for beautiful is mma.
mma is an adjective used to describe something or someone that is attractive.
Meaning: attractive (adj)
Did you know?
- The root of mma is related to words describing 'smoothness' or 'perfection', suggesting that beauty is seen as a state of being without flaws.
- The word mma is the root for many Igbo names. A girl named Mma or Mmachukwu is literally named after beauty or the 'beauty of God'.
- In Igbo, the concept of 'beauty' is inextricably linked to the idea of 'goodness' or 'virtue'. To call something mma is often to imply that it is morally right or beneficial.
Example conversation
Emeka is complimenting Ifunanya on her appearance.
- EmekaIfunanya, mma gị dị ukwu.Ifunanya, your beauty is great.
- IfunanyaDaalụ, Emeka.Thank you, Emeka.
- EmekaI nwere mma n'obi na n'ime.You have beauty in heart and inside.
- IfunanyaImeela maka okwu ndị a.Thanks for these words.
