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swahili [noun]

Vigelegele

Maana (Definition)

High-pitched rhythmic shrill cries of joy made during celebrations

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ululations / joyful shrill cries

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vigelegele

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wanawake walipiga vigelegele arusi ilipoanza"

Translation: Women made loud ululations when the wedding began

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
zaghareetKelele
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