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    Bugumaa/bukuman – Meaning in Kolokwa

    Common

    Meaning

    Imaginary evil spirits or genies

    Example in Conversation

    Kolokwa: "Don't go there, bukuman will catch you."

    English: "Don't go there, evil spirits will get you."

    Translation to English

    In Liberian Kolokwa, "Bugumaa/bukuman" means "Imaginary evil spirits or genies". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across Liberia.

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    Understanding "Bugumaa/bukuman" in Liberian Kolokwa

    "Bugumaa/bukuman" is a Liberian Kolokwa word or expression that translates to "Imaginary evil spirits or genies" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Liberia and in Liberian diaspora communities around the world.

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