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How do you pronounce nkisi?

The pronunciation of "nkisi" depends on the specific language or context. Here are a few possibilities:

1. Kongo: In the Kongo language, "nkisi" is pronounced "n-kee-see". The "n" is pronounced as in "no," the "k" is pronounced as in "kick," and the "i" is pronounced as in "see."

2. Lingala: In Lingala, "nkisi" is pronounced "n-kee-see". The pronunciation is similar to the Kongo pronunciation.

3. Other languages: In some other languages, "nkisi" may have a different pronunciation. For example, in French, it would be pronounced "an-kee-see".

In general, the most common pronunciation of "nkisi" is "n-kee-see," which is based on the Kongo and Lingala languages.

However, it's always a good idea to check the context in which the word is being used to ensure you're using the correct pronunciation.

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