Amharic Language
What does selam mean?
Peace/Hello
What is Ethiopia's main flatbread called?
Injera
What is the capital city of Ethiopia?
Addis Ababa
Which Ethiopian king defeated Italy at Adwa?
Emperor Menelik ll
What is the shoulder dance called?
Eskista
What does Amesegenallo mean?
Thank you
What spicy chicken stew is famous in Ethiopia?
Doro wot
What is the tallest mountain in Ethiopia?
Ras Dashen
What year did Ethiopia celebrate the victory of Adwa?
1896
Famous Ethiopian musical scale is used in many songs.
Tizita
What is the Amharic word for family?
Beteseb
What is the red spice blend used in many dishes?
Berbere
What famous river begins in Ethiopia?
The blue Nile
Who was Ethiopia's First female president?
Sahle work zewede
Who sings "Jerusalem (tizita)"?
Aster Aweke
What does eshi mean?
okay/Alright
What dish is raw minced beef served with spices?
Kitfo
What is Ethiopia's largest lake?
Lake Tana
Ethiopia follows a different calendar. How many years behind?
What instrument is a traditional string instrument?
Krar
What is the Amharic word for beautiful?
Konjo
What is the coffee ceremony called?
Buna ceremony
What ancient city is known for Rock rock-hewn churches?
Lalibela
Who was Ethiopia's last emperor?
Haile selassie l
What is the traditional flute called?
Washint