Inka

American

[ing-kuh] / ˈɪŋ kə /

noun

a variant spelling of Inca based on its source language, Quechua, rather than on the Spanish-language spelling.

Example Sentences

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Two-year-old female Inka has moved to Chester Zoo from Kent's Big Cat Sanctuary to join resident male Napo.

From BBC • Aug. 4, 2023

“We expected it to be really tough. New Zealand really tried everything they could, and I think we knew how to respond, especially defensively. We did a lot right,” said Inka Grings, Switzerland’s coach.

From Washington Times • Jul. 30, 2023

“We know some of the formations in the Norwegian team left some gaps. We have to play and make use of these gaps,” coach Inka Grings said.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 24, 2023

Captain Alexandra Popp scored the first two goals on headers, giving her 64 scores in her international, tying her with former teammate Inka Grings for third place on Germany’s all-time list.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 24, 2023

But the Inka did not even have markets.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

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