Amharic · Adjectives
መጥፎ
metfo
Bad
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of poor quality or unpleasant.
Example
ያ መጥፎ ሀሳብ ነበር።
That was a bad idea.
Etymology
'መጥፎ' (metfo) comes from the root 'ጥፎ', which relates to badness or negativity. This term has deep cultural roots, often reflecting moral or qualitative judgment.
How & Where It’s Used
This term is common in informal spoken language, often used to express dissatisfaction or critique. It can also be found in written text addressing social issues.