English II Pre-AP World Literature

Vocabulary List
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Agha - Great lord; nobleman; commander; also used as equivalent for American
Mister.
Ahmaq Foolish, stupid, awkward; the greater or the greatest fool.
Al hamdullelah Thanks to God
Alahoo God
Alef-beh The letters A (alef) and B (beh), used to signify the entire alphabet.
Allah-u-akbar God (is) greatest, omniopetent.
Attan A Pashtun tribal dence perfomed on festive occasions and as a physical
exerices in the army.
Aush Afghan soup with noodles, meat, vegetables, tomato broth and yogurt.
Awroussi Wedding ceremony.
Ayat Arabic word for sign or miracle typically referring to verses of the Koran.