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Afghans

Verb / ˈæˌfgænz / Another word for afghans — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Afghans are people or things related to Afghanistan, a country in South Asia.

Synonyms & similar words

afghan afghanistani pashtu paxto afghanhound afghani sheepskincoat pashto Pashtuns Afghanistani Kabulis Heratis Kandaharis Helmandis Paktiyas Baluchis Hazaras Uzbeks Tajiks Turkmen Nuristanis Kuchi Wakhi Brahui Shinwari Noorzai Achakzai

Example sentences

  1. Afghans are known for their hospitality.
  2. My friend brought me an Afghan rug from his trip.
  3. Many Afghans speak Dari or Pashto.
  4. She wore a beautiful Afghan dress for the party.
  5. The Afghan cuisine is very tasty.

Quotes

  • "The Afghans did not have sophisticated weapons like the Soviets did, but with their faith they defeated a superpower." - Abu Bakar Bashir
  • "Afghans have nothing to lose but their chains." - Hamid Karzai
  • "I think the Afghans are pretty tough fighters." - Richard Engel

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