Kudus, also known as kudu, is a type of large African antelope that is renowned for its beautiful spiral horns. The word kudus originates from the Afrikaans language, which is a language spoken in South Africa. There are several synonyms that are often used to describe kudus and these include the following: eland, gazelle, impala, and springbok. Each of these animals shares distinctive physical features that are similar to kudus such as long legs and antlers or horns. Some of these synonyms are often used interchangeably with kudus, depending on the context where they are used.