Meaning of old Maragoli saying about a fool: yagonera amasiru

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

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: beera tsimbabasi

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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

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Kuhayahaya

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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

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Vika uvutima

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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

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 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 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 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 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