kɛˈtʃwɑː

Definitions

1. noun

a member of a South American people originally from the Andean region, whose ancestors founded the Inca empire, and who speak the Quechua language

“The local guide was Quechua and could communicate with the villagers.”

2. noun

the Quechua language, also known as Runasimi, which is a member of the Quechua language family and is spoken in various countries in South America

“Many tourists in Peru learn a few basic phrases in Quechua to appreciate the local culture.”

3. adjective

relating to the Quechua people or their language

“The Quechua festival celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the Andean region.”

4. proper noun

the Quechua language spoken in Peru, also known as Runasimi

“The official language of Peru is Spanish, but Quechua is also widely spoken.”