Question

The word ‘goober’ in American English has origins in:

• A. Spanish
• B. Dutch
• C. African languages
• D. French

Answer 1

Answer:

C. African languages

The word goober (meaning peanut) comes from African languages, reflecting the influence of African-American Vernacular English (AAVE) on American English vocabulary. Other African-origin words include gumbo, banjo, and slang like bling.