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Gullah

Gullah

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People of African descent who live in coastal South Carolina and Georgia
  • proper noun
  • /ˈɡʌlə/
: Gullah
  • "Sophia," I said carefully, "this is a real Gullah settlement, one of the longest-standing that I know of."
  • Gullah communities
  • Gullah music

Examples

  • Gullah cuisine is celebrated for its distinct flavors and use of local ingredients from the coastal region.

  • Wanting to know more, we attended a Gullah Celebration and were invited to an "Ol' Fashion Gullah Breakfast."

    Blog text (17)

  • The Gullah people and their language are sometimes referred to in the southeastern United States as Geechee.

    Academic text (2011)

  • Sometimes whole African phrases appear in Gullah dialect without change either of meaning or of pronunciation.

    Academic text (1992)

  • Being the purest African American music, Gullah music incorporates clapping, foot stomping, and singing.

    Academic text (2011)

  • The Gullah have a rich cultural heritage that reflects their African roots and history.

  • During the festival, visitors learn about the unique traditions and language of the Gullah community.

Surface Forms

Gullah main

Etymology

Gullah likely comes from a West African name like Gola or Angola, and the name was used for the people with African roots who lived in the U.S. coastal Lowcountry. That's why Gullah refers to this community known for keeping many African customs and crafts.