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Definition of kalandula falls
kalandula falls
kalandula falls Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A massive, horseshoe-shaped waterfall located on the Lucala River in the Malanje Province of Angola, recognized as one of the largest waterfalls by volume on the African continent.
Example
"Tourists visiting Angola often make the journey to the Malanje Province to witness the breathtaking power of Kalandula Falls during the rainy season."
Word Origin & Etymology
Named after the Kalandula municipality in the Malanje Province of Angola. During the Portuguese colonial era, the waterfall was known as 'Duque de Bragança Falls' before reverting to its indigenous name following Angola's independence.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kalandula falls. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kalandula falls