Lie-lie – Meaning in Kolokwa

Common

Meaning

The act of lying

Example in Conversation

Kolokwa: "Stop your lie-lie business."

English: "Stop your habit of lying."

Translation to English

In Liberian Kolokwa, "Lie-lie" means "The act of lying". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across Liberia.

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Understanding "Lie-lie" in Liberian Kolokwa

"Lie-lie" is a Liberian Kolokwa word or expression that translates to "The act of lying" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Liberia and in Liberian diaspora communities around the world.

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