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What does the lingala word oyo mean?

"Oyo" in Lingala can have several meanings depending on the context. Here are some of the most common:

Pronoun:

* That/This (singular): It's the equivalent of "that" or "this" when referring to a singular object or person.

* Example: "Oyo ndeko na ngai" (That/This is my brother/sister)

Adjective:

* That/This (plural): When referring to multiple objects or people.

* Example: "Bana oyo" (Those/These children)

Interrogative:

* Which?: Used to ask which one.

* Example: "Oyo wapi?" (Which one?)

Conjunction:

* That/Which: Used to introduce a clause or phrase that explains or clarifies something.

* Example: "Nazali komona oyo moto azali kobima" (I see that person is leaving)

Other Uses:

* Emphasis: Sometimes used to emphasize a particular word or phrase.

* Exclamation: Can be used as an exclamation, similar to "That's it!" or "That's the one!"

Note: The meaning of "oyo" is often determined by the context and the other words around it.

If you can provide a sentence or phrase where "oyo" is used, I can give you a more precise translation.

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