Juke – Meaning in Kolokwa
Meaning
To poke or puncture
Example in Conversation
Kolokwa: "The needle juke me."
English: "The needle punctured me."
Translation to English
In Liberian Kolokwa, "Juke" means "To poke or puncture". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across Liberia.
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Understanding "Juke" in Liberian Kolokwa
"Juke" is a Liberian Kolokwa word or expression that translates to "To poke or puncture" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Liberia and in Liberian diaspora communities around the world.
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