Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Yago mba/dave

Definition and meaning of Yago mba/dave In Maragoli language, the exclamation ‘mba’ is used to express displeasure, in particular when one rejects something, or does not want any association. This phrase literal meaning is: ‘not those ones’. Meaning; Nothing of the sort or I do not believe what you are saying. Meaning of new Maragoli … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Vereka inda

Definition and meaning of Vereka inda In Lulogooli, inda means stomach. However, when used in relation to a female, it refers specifically to a abdomen as one has with a baby bump. To vereka inda means to conceive a child Meaning of new Maragoli words Learn and grow your mastery of Lulogooli with us. Find … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Inda ya ichiko

Definition and meaning of Inda ya ichiko This is a pregnancy that results from incest. Traditionally, such children would be left on the edge of the village or along forest paths where it was known that members of neighboring tribes often passed by. It was done so that these children could be adopted and grow … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Vega mugungu

Definition and meaning of Vega mugungu Literal meaning is to shave weeds or overgrowth. In the literal sense this Maragoli phrase refers to the barber’s cut along the edges of one’s hairline leaving a sharply defined edge commonly known as a ‘cut’. A hidden meaning of this phrase is when one perfects their act or … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Handikiza harusi

Definition and meaning of Handikiza harusi Literal meaning is to write a marriage. This Maragoli phrase refers to the process of formalizing a marriage in the christian way that begins with writing and announcement of marriage bans, concluding with signing of marriage certificates. Meaning of new Maragoli words Learn and grow your mastery of Lulogooli … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Hana vutsa

Definition and meaning of Hana vutsa Literal meeaning is to give easily or freely or without consideration or expectation. This phrase can be complimentary when it refers to a generous soul who gives with no strings attached. It can also be used to chide a person who is non-strategic, a fool who easily parts with … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Afana ndi

Definition and meaning of Afana ndi Literal meaning – how do they look like? This Maragoli phrase can be out of concern e.g. a sickly person or berevaed person and one wants to know how they are holding up. It can also ba a question looking to clarify the physical appearance and attributes of a … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase: Wavo

Definition and meaning of Wavo Literal meaning: their home. This Maragoli word carries a heavy meaning as it refers to ones home, household, close and extended relations in their entirety. It is used when you are referring to someone else and not your own. Meaning of new Maragoli words Learn and grow your mastery of … 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

man in yellow shirt crouched in begging position with hands cusped together

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