ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Mapiko

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Mapiko is a noun meaning A traditional masked dance of the Makonde, associated with coming-of-age rituals.

Meaning

A traditional masked dance of the Makonde, associated with coming-of-age rituals.

Example Sentences

Now, after a protracted civil war and the establishment of multiparty democracy, the mapiko tradition is thriving in freestyle mode.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include maskandi, kachina, unyago, goli, chikunga, chakacha.

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