marfa Meaning & Definition
/ˈmɑɹfə/
What Does Marfa Mean?
As a noun, marfa means A percussion instrument thought to have originated in Africa. It can also mean A form of Hyderabadi music inspired by Afro-Arab music that typically uses such instruments.
Word Facts for Marfa
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈmɑɹfə// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | marfas |
Marfa Definition (Noun)
- A percussion instrument thought to have originated in Africa
- A form of Hyderabadi music inspired by Afro-Arab music that typically uses such instruments
Synonyms of Marfa
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Marfa synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Marfa
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Marfa in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
marfa (plural marfas)
Words That Rhyme With Marfa
Origin of Marfa
Borrowed from Urdu مرفع (marfa’), ultimately from Yemeni Arabic مرفع (marfa’, “kettledrum”).
Pronouncing Marfa
The standard pronunciation of marfa is //ˈmɑɹfə//, spoken in 1 syllable.