Vocabulary of the Haussa Language: Parti. English and Haussa; Part II Haussa and English; And Phrases, and Specimens of Translations; To Which Are Prefixed, the Grammatical Elements of the Haussa Lang

Foundational Hausa language guide from a 19th‑century explorer‑linguist

A detailed introduction to the Hausa language, its pronunciation, script, and core grammar. This edition collects vocabulary and practical phrases to aid learners and translators, with explanations of how the language relates to other African languages and to English.

This volume emphasizes practical use: how to read and speak Haussa, form nouns and derivatives, and translate common expressions. It also outlines the author’s aims to support missionary work and the translation of sacred texts, while noting that language details are drawn from spoken usage and field experience.

• Clear notes on the alphabet, vowels, consonants, and key pronunciation rules
• Guidance on noun formation, derivation, and basic grammar structures
• Extensive vocabulary and phrases for everyday conversation and translation
• Context about the language’s spread, usage, and historical study

Ideal for readers interested in historical language study, linguistic foundations for Hausa, missionaries and scholars preparing to translate or communicate in Haussa.