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
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
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
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
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
This Maragoli phrase is similar in meaning to the English saying ?Do not carry all your eggs in one basket.? The phrase warns against placing all your efforts, hopes or bets in one place. It encourages diversification to avoid losing it all if anything goes wrong. Speak better Lulogoli, get to know the translation and … Read more
In this article, we get to translate and know the meaning of the Maragoli saying: umkana umuravu niriduka ria ovotele. Kindly note that this article is part of Learn Maragoli online, Free Lessons for Intermediate learners. Literal meaning of umkana umuravu niriduka ria ovotele A light-skinned girl is a shop for all. Meaning of umkana … Read more
Literal meaning: (They have) become hard. This Maragoli phrase means the situation is getting worse, facing south. 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 … Read more
Literal meaning: firewood that is not yet in the fire laughs at the one burning. This phrase is similar in meaning to the Swahili saying ?Mwenzako akinyolewa, chako tia maji.? It cautions against laughing at or celebrating another person?s misfortune. It can also be used in place of the English idiom ?What goes around, comes … Read more
This Maragoli phrase is similar to the Swahili phrase damu ni nzito kulio maji or in English blood is thicker than water. Used to remind one to the importance of family or to chide someone who thinks they can take advantage of family. Speak better Lulogoli, get to know the translation and meaning of common … Read more
