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.

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Heritsa inda

January 18, 2022December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase nohenza iche engoko iliza, ulya ku?

December 26, 2021December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

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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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Handika igasi

January 18, 2022December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Zia yira

January 18, 2022December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Reka agogo

January 18, 2022December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase chukumazi kigona vuruhu

April 7, 2022December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

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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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Ukudiginya noseka niyie arakukora inda

January 18, 2022December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

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 … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Utagingira amavuyu gosi mukikabo kila…

January 18, 2022December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

This Maragoli phrase is similar in meaning to the English saying ?Do not carry all your eggs in one basket.? The phrase warns against placing all your efforts, hopes or … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase umkana umuravu niriduka ria ovotele

December 7, 2022December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

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In this article, we get to translate and know the meaning of the Maragoli saying: umkana umuravu niriduka ria ovotele. Kindly note that this article is part of Learn Maragoli … Read more

Meaning of Maragoli phrase Gaagwi madinyu

January 18, 2022December 26, 2021 by Omwami Mwene

Literal meaning: (They have) become hard. This Maragoli phrase means the situation is getting worse, facing south. Speak better Lulogoli, get to know the translation and meaning of common Maragoli … Read more

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