Learn the meaning of khusola, a common Luhya word. Get to know synonyms and variations of this word in different Luhya dialects. Don’t forget to read our rich stories that will help broaden your cultural understanding.
Khusola
Type: Verb
Singular:
Origin: Lubukusu dialect of Luhya language.
Variations in Lubukusu language:
Variations in Luhya dialects:
Similar sounding Bantu words: Kusota (to be broke, Sheng – a Swahili slang common in Kenya)
Translation, meaning and definition of khusola
- To petition on behalf of
- To advocate for, much as what a lawyer does for their client.
- To campaign for
Synonyms
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Articles and stories related to meaning of khusola that will deepen your cultural understanding and use of word in Luhya culture
Kumusola or olusiola or uluwovu, Markhamia Lutea, is a tree native to the lands of the people of Mulembe. Its name is derived from this word khusola. Indeed in Luhya culture, this tree performs exactly that. Consider the following examples:
- When the community needed to appease the living dead, ancestors and the gods.
- Among the Bayemba clan of the Bukusu, often there was a shrine constructed under the shade of kumusola tree. The shrine would be used by the select few to petition on behalf of the community and individuals following certain events or in anticipation of certain events. Learn more about use of olusiola tree, Markhamia Lutea, in Luhya culture – from shrines to brotherly warning.
- On the converse, the kumusola tree, or uluwovu as the Maragoli call it, the advocacy happens in a different way. First, it is silent, not spoken, but the symbolism is loud. Second, it is active as the victim speaks for themselves through their actions. This story of Muhonja tells more: Marriage and kumusola / uluwovu / olusiola tree in Luhya culture: When a tree could signify divorce.
