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    Lion mokney – Meaning in Kolokwa

    Common

    Meaning

    either the “red” or “king” colobus monkey

    Example in Conversation

    Kolokwa: "The lion monkey in the tall tree."

    English: "The red colobus monkey is in the tall tree."

    Translation to English

    In Liberian Kolokwa, "Lion mokney" means "either the “red” or “king” colobus monkey". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across Liberia.

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    Understanding "Lion mokney" in Liberian Kolokwa

    "Lion mokney" is a Liberian Kolokwa word or expression that translates to "either the “red” or “king” colobus monkey" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Liberia and in Liberian diaspora communities around the world.

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