Amharic · Nature & Environment
ነፋስ
nefas
Wind
Beginnernoun
Definition
Moving air that you can feel.
Example
ኃይለኛ ነፋስ እየነፈሰ ነው።
A strong wind is blowing.
Etymology
'ነፋስ' (nefas) is derived from ancient Semitic roots linked to blowing or breathing, reflecting the fundamental role of the wind in nature and weather.
How & Where It’s Used
'ነፋስ' is used in both formal and informal settings, often in discussions related to weather, air quality, or nature, typically in spoken Amharic.