Juju man – Meaning in Kolokwa

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Meaning

a traditional healer, “witchdoctor” or medicine man

Example in Conversation

Kolokwa: "He went to see the juju man."

English: "He went to consult the traditional healer."

Translation to English

In Liberian Kolokwa, "Juju man" means "a traditional healer, “witchdoctor” or medicine man". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across Liberia.

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Understanding "Juju man" in Liberian Kolokwa

"Juju man" is a Liberian Kolokwa word or expression that translates to "a traditional healer, “witchdoctor” or medicine man" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Liberia and in Liberian diaspora communities around the world.

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