Lacking – Meaning in Kolokwa

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Meaning

To be hungry

Example in Conversation

Kolokwa: "The people are lacking."

English: "The people are hungry."

Translation to English

In Liberian Kolokwa, "Lacking" means "To be hungry". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across Liberia.

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Understanding "Lacking" in Liberian Kolokwa

"Lacking" is a Liberian Kolokwa word or expression that translates to "To be hungry" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Liberia and in Liberian diaspora communities around the world.

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