Learn how to speak Maragoli fluently with these clever phrases

We use stories, videos, pictures and all we need to help you speak Maragoli fluently using clever phrases. This section is for all who wish to talk in Lulogooli and not get teased, laughed at or embarrassed. If you are starting out, our 60+ list of Maragoli words translated and with meaning is a great place to begin your journey. Don’t forget to consult our growing Luhya-English dictionary. Also, it’d be clever of you if you took-in wisdom from our forefathers in the internet’s largest collection of Maragoli proverbs and sayings.

Umwana ichocolate, an elegant way to say beautiful in Luhya

September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

an artistic impression of a chocolatey babe or choco babe or chocolate babe who in Maragoli language is known as umwana ichocolate

Wow her with the Maragoli phrase ‘umwana ichocolate’ and score extra points. Learn what this flawless phrase means and how to best use it. Do you want to know how … Read more

Amen meaning in Maragoli

April 2, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

large 'amen' neon sign in red at a bar counter in a poorly lit establishment

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 … Read more

Meaning of old Maragoli saying about a fool: yagonera amasiru

March 30, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

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, … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: beera tsimbabasi

March 25, 2022February 3, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

illustration of a man bowing in apology

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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Kuhayahaya

February 7, 2022January 24, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

kuhayahaya

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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Vika uvutima

February 7, 2022January 21, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

lady with arms across her chest looking down in disgust

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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Vita omutwi

February 7, 2022January 18, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

Definition and meaning of Vita omutwi Literal meaning pass the head. This phrase has similar meaning to the Maragoli phrase sira omutwi. Both mean to lose ones marbles, have … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Vungitsa kitumi

February 7, 2022January 17, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

Definition and meaning of Vungitsa kitumi Literally means to pile up. Meaning of new Maragoli words Learn and grow your mastery of Lulogooli with us. Find the quick meaning of … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Vereka umwana

February 7, 2022January 16, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

Definition and meaning of Vereka umwana Literally means to conceive a child. Meaning of new Maragoli words Learn and grow your mastery of Lulogooli with us. Find the quick meaning … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Hamba umulina

February 7, 2022January 16, 2022 by Omwami Mwene

Definition and meaning of Hamba umulina Literal meaning is to come or get a friend. This phrase is used to refer to courtship between a boy and girl that is … Read more

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