The online dictionary, dictionary dot com, says: Amen is derived from the Hebrew āmēn, which means “certainty,” “truth,” and “verily”. Does it mean the same in Maragoli language? Join us as we explore, and get to know amen meaning in Maragoli. First, is there a Maragoli word for Amen? No, not one I know of. Back in … Read more
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: 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
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
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
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
