Congolese

adjective

Con·go·lese ˌkäŋ-gə-ˈlēz

-ˈlēs

1

: of, relating to, or characteristic of the Democratic Republic of the Congo or its people

2

: of, relating to, or characteristic of the Republic of the Congo or its people

Congolese noun

plural Congolese

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of Congolese was in 1960

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Congo jute

Congolese

Congo mahoe

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“Congolese.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Congolese. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.

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Last Updated: 24 Feb 2026 - Entry added

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