Kasai River

7.3

A river in southwest Africa that begins in central Angola and joins the Congo River

proper noun

: río Kasai

The Kasai River serves as a vital transportation route for communities along its banks.

Examples

The waters of the Kasai River are crucial for agriculture in the region.
Several towns have developed at key crossing points on the Kasai River.
The Kasai River flows through several countries in Africa.
Have you ever visited the Kasai River?
The Kasai River is known for its rich biodiversity, making it an essential habitat for many species.
Many fishing villages are located along the banks of the Kasai River, where locals rely on its waters for their livelihood.
Tourists often take boat trips along the Kasai River to explore its scenic landscapes and wildlife.

Synonyms

Kasai

vsKasai River

9.4

A river in central Africa that starts in Angola, forms part of the Angola–Congo border, and joins the Congo River

follows a more complex east then north then northwest route before joining the Congo

River Kasai

vsKasai River

7.2

A river in southwestern Africa that starts in Angola and flows into the Congo River, partly forming a border

describes a northeast route rather than the east then north then northwest path

Surface Forms

Kasai River main

Morphology

Kasai + river

The phrase is fully compositional: it is a proper name + the noun 'river', so its meaning ('the river named Kasai') follows directly from the constituents. A B1 learner who knows 'river' and that 'Kasai' is a name will understand this denotes a specific river, even if they cannot infer detailed geographic information from the constituents alone.

Etymology

Kasai River may come from a local word or from the name of the people who lived along its banks. People used that name for the big river that shapes towns, travel and farming in the area, so the name points to the river itself and its importance to local life.