Wata cow – Meaning in Kolokwa
Meaning
(“water cow”) – the pygmy hippopotamus
Example in Conversation
Kolokwa: "The wata cow swimming."
English: "The pygmy hippopotamus is swimming."
Translation to English
In Liberian Kolokwa, "Wata cow" means "(“water cow”) – the pygmy hippopotamus". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across Liberia.
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Understanding "Wata cow" in Liberian Kolokwa
"Wata cow" is a Liberian Kolokwa word or expression that translates to "(“water cow”) – the pygmy hippopotamus" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Liberia and in Liberian diaspora communities around the world.
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