lobbo
The Fulani word for describing a man as handsome is lobbo.
The word lobbo is an adjective used specifically to describe an attractive man.
Meaning: of man: attractive (adj)
Did you know?
- If you use the word lobbo too loudly or directly, you might actually offend the person you are complimenting. The social code of 'Pulaaku' prefers that such praise remains subtle and understated.
- In Fulani culture, being lobbo is often linked to the 'Pulaaku' code of conduct, where true handsomeness includes modesty, reserve and self-control.
- While lobbo describes a handsome man, it cannot be used to describe a woman. To call a woman beautiful in Fulani, one would use an entirely different root word.
Examples in context
- O ɗon lobbo.He is handsome.
Example conversation
Mariama is talking to Abdoulaye about a new neighbor.
- AbdoulayeA manti lobbo?Is the new neighbor handsome?
- MariamaEe, o lobbo sanne.Yes, he is very handsome.
- AbdoulayeMido yidi yiɗɗude o.I want to meet him.
- MariamaO daru ɗum.He would like that.
