African Hair Terms: A Guide to Styles and Descriptions

There are many African words for hair. Here are some examples:

* Afro: A hairstyle consisting of a full head of natural, tightly curled hair.

* Braids: A hairstyle created by weaving three or more strands of hair together.

* Cornrows: A hairstyle created by braiding hair in rows close to the scalp.

* Dreadlocks: A hairstyle created by allowing hair to lock up and form long, rope-like strands.

* Kinky: A term used to describe hair that is tightly curled or coiled.

* Natural: A term used to describe hair that is not chemically straightened or relaxed.

* Nappy: A term used to describe hair that is naturally coarse and tightly curled.

* Twist: A hairstyle created by twisting two strands of hair together.

* Woven: A hairstyle created by attaching synthetic hair to natural hair using a needle and thread.