Meaning of mulembe in Gishu language
The meaning of mulembe in Gishu language of Uganda is similar to the meaning of mulembe among the Luhya of western Kenya. Learn more The Gishu people of Uganda take …
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What is blessings in Maragoli?
Zingavi, as we commonly pronounce it today or tsingavi as written in old Maragoli is the word for blessings in Maragoli language. To learn more, watch the video if you …
Umwana inyanya enyengu, an elegant way to say beautiful in Luhya
Vaida the hit song by Harry Richie made the phrase umwana inyanya, or as my cousin Ijaika in the village would say, umwanya inyanya enyengu Kenya famous. What does this …
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Umwana ipilau, an elegant way say beautiful in Luhya
Wow her with the Maragoli phrase ‘umwana ipilau’ and score extra points. Do you want to know how to impress your crush with your Luhya language skills by complimenting their …
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Umwana ichocolate, an elegant way to say beautiful in Luhya
Wow her with the Maragoli phrase ‘umwana ichocolate’ and score extra points. Learn what this flawless phrase means and how to best use it. Do you want to know how …
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Amen meaning in Maragoli
The online dictionary, dictionary dot com, says: Amen is derived from the Hebrew āmēn, which means “certainty,” “truth,” and “verily”. Does it mean the same in Maragoli language? Join us as we …
Meaning of old Maragoli saying about a fool: yagonera amasiru
Is there a fool of fools? The Maragoli people of Western Kenya say there is. In describing such irredeemable imbeciles, the children of Andimi say of them: yagonera amasiru. Meaning, …
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Meaning of Maragoli phrase: beera tsimbabasi
Definition and meaning of Beera tsimbabasi In Lulogooli, tsimbabasi pronounced zee-m-baa.baa-si is mercy or pity. This Maragoli phrase is one used to beg for forgiveness or to apologize. Meaning of …
Meaning of Maragoli phrase Kuhayahaya
Definition and meaning of Maragoli phrase Kuhayahaya Literal meaning is to be unsettled, be all over the place. I find this Maragoli phrase interesting given how it reminds me of …
Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Vika uvutima
Definition and meaning of vika uvutima Literal meaning – a salty person. A bitter person who carries revenge, hate and bile towards another (rightfully so or not) due to their …
