Sasabiya – Meaning in Kolokwa
Meaning
Islamic prayer beads
Example in Conversation
Kolokwa: "The old man counting his sasabiya."
English: "The old man is using his Islamic prayer beads."
Translation to English
In Liberian Kolokwa, "Sasabiya" means "Islamic prayer beads". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across Liberia.
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Understanding "Sasabiya" in Liberian Kolokwa
"Sasabiya" is a Liberian Kolokwa word or expression that translates to "Islamic prayer beads" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Liberia and in Liberian diaspora communities around the world.
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