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Body parts in Fon
Knowing how to name body parts in fɔ̀ngbè is useful for describing a discomfort, understanding a doctor or learning vivid expressions.
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translate 15 words
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Upper body
Head, face and torso
TaHead
NukúnEye
TóEar
NúMouth
Àkɔ́nTooth
KɔNeck
Akɔ́nChest
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Limbs
Arms and legs
AlɔHand / arm
AlɔviFinger
Abɔ̀Shoulder
Afɔ̀Leg / foot
Ɖɛ̀kɔ́Back
NegbéBack (behind)
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Medical
Talking about health
Ta cé ɖò vìvɛ́
I have a headache
Xò cé xò mì
My stomach hurts
Un ɖò azɔ̀n
I am sick
AzɔnIllness
Wùvìvɛ́Pain
AmasìnMedicine
Dɔ̀tɔ́Doctor
Knowing your body in Fon
Body vocabulary is vital, literally. These 15 words can get you out of trouble in a medical emergency in Benin.
à ≠ ǎ
One tone, and everything changes
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