Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Wavo

Definition and meaning of Wavo Literal meaning: their home. This Maragoli word carries a heavy meaning as it refers to ones home, household, close and extended relations in their entirety. It is used when you are referring to someone else and not your own. Meaning of new Maragoli words Learn and grow your mastery of … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Reka agogo

Literal meaning; Leave yours. This Maragoli phrase is used to dismiss/rebuke someone who has said/done something. When used this way, it is applied to distance the person?s bad behavior from any excuses they may have by framing their behaviour or actions as their own doing or personality flaw. Although this phrase is commonly used in … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Heritsa inda

Inda in Maragoli refers to the abdomen area. Often when one talks of ‘inda’ in relation to a female, they are refering to their possible pregnant state. Therefore, the phrase ‘herita inda’ means to be with child. Alternatively, one can say ‘ave inda’ in reference to one being in the family way. Speak better Lulogoli, … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase chukumazi kigona vuruhu

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The Maragoli phrase or saying chukumazi kigona vuruhu is a popular quip with deep meaning. Join us as we explore the meaning of the meaning of this Maragoli saying, learn Luhya culture and build our vocabulary in Lulogooli. Translation of chukumazi kigona vuruhu in English In English, this phrase translates to – The person living … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Ukudiginya noseka niyie arakukora inda

Literal Meaning: He who makes tickles you and makes you laugh will make your pregnant. This phrase was used by senges and other adults to warn young girls ( mostly adolescents whose bodies are changing) about mindless flirting with men. This is because unlike childish games of before, they could now get in the family … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase nohenza iche engoko iliza, ulya ku?

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What is the literal meaning of nohenza iche engoko iliza, ulya ku? It means that if you keep watch or take stock of what chicken feed on, you can not eat chicken. Everyday use of nohenza iche engoko iliza, ulya ku? This phrase cautions against being petty about the sayings or mannerism of others. It … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Utalola nyina vukana, dada yahana vuzwa…

Literal meaning Speak better Lulogoli, get to know the translation and meaning of common Maragoli proverbs and sayings Maragoli Proverbs and Sayings Mulembe Nation is home to the Internet’s largest collection of Maragoli proverbs and sayings; including tit bits on their use and meaning. Plus links to delightful and insightful stories on our heritage and … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Handika igasi

Literal meaning: To be written a job. This Maragoli phrase means to be engaged or get employed. My thoughts are that it arose from colonial times or from western culture where one is given papers (pass or contract respectively) to signify their being employed. Speak better Lulogoli, get to know the translation and meaning of … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Amazi gavula omwyoyo mmbi

Literal meaning of amazi gavula omwyoyo mmbi is: Water does not have an evil or bad heart Meaning of Maragoli Luhya saying amazi gavula omwyoyo mmbi This phrase is the Maragoli way of saying water is life. All usual precautions taken into account, we have all drank, washed or used otherwise water from different sources … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Zia yira

Literal Meaning: ?Go away?. Used to dismiss someone’s point of view or the person themselves. Similar to the phrase ?reka agogo? although this phrase is commonly used in anger or in a way to challenge another, it is also used in normal joyful conversation between friends when the other says something that is unbeliveable or … Read more