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, (s)he has slept on foolishness. Practice sentence showing use of the saying yagonera amasiru in everyday speak Sentence in Lulogooli Sentence in English Meaning Engoko … Read more
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 new Maragoli words Learn and grow your mastery of Lulogooli with us. Find the quick meaning of Maragoli words in the phrase Beera tsimbabasi. For … Read more
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 similar sounding and meaning words in Kenya’s urban slang sheng. Take for instance that in sheng we say kuhaha or kugwaya gwaya when someone is … Read more
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 unforgiving nature. Meaning of new Maragoli words Learn and grow your mastery of Lulogooli with us. Find the quick meaning of Maragoli words in the … 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
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
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
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
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
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
