Meaning of ‘mahiga’ a common Luhya word. Learn origin of mahiga, its synonyms and variations in different Luhya dialects, plus stories to broaden your cultural understanding.
Mahiga
Type: Noun (Plural form)
Definition and meaning of mahiga
- Fireplace,
- The three stone stones used to support the cooking pot. Mahiga uses firewood to prepare family meals.
- Stove
Singular: Lishiga
Origin: Maragoli dialect of Luhya language.
Practice sentence
Synonyms of mahiga in Lulogoli
Words in Luhya with close or similar meaning
Luwanga
Lubukusu
- amayika
- kamayika
Similar sounding Bantu words
Articles and stories related to meaning of mahiga that deepen your cultural understanding and use of word in Luhya culture
- The elaborate marriage cum building tradition of the Maragoli, kurugiza, explains the cultural meaning of mahiga in a home. Read more: All about kurugiza, house warming the Maragoli way: When your sister in law helps you to cook fulfilling an important Maragoli tradition that makes a home complete
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