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Noun — A Muslim religious teacher or cleric in parts of West Africa.

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Etymology

The religious sense comes from Fula alfaa; the car sense is simply short for the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “alfa” mean?

The word “alfa” means a Muslim religious teacher or cleric in parts of West Africa. In plain terms, either a West African religious teacher, or informal shorthand for an Alfa Romeo car.

How do you use “alfa” in a sentence?

Here is “alfa” used in a sentence: “The village alfa led the prayers each Friday.”

What part of speech is “alfa”?

“Alfa” is a noun.

Where does the word “alfa” come from?

The word “alfa” comes from Italian. The religious sense comes from Fula alfaa; the car sense is simply short for the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo.

How many meanings does “alfa” have?

“Alfa” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a Muslim religious teacher or cleric in parts of West Africa.

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