Senegal
West Africa, Senegal
Senegal
People from Senegal are called:
Male/General:
Senegalese
Pronunciation:
/ˌsɛnɪɡəˈliːz/
Etymology & Origin
From the Wolof phrase 'Sunuu Gaal' meaning 'our boat', or from the Zenaga Berber 'Azenegue' meaning 'black'.
About Senegal
- Capital city: Dakar.
- Known for rich musical heritage, including mbalax and world music.
- Stable democracy with strong cultural traditions and peanut farming.
- French is official language with Wolof widely spoken as lingua franca.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 18,384,660 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Senegal
- Region:
- West Africa