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West Indian Terms of Igbo origin
Some common words still used in Caribbean English[es] that come directly from the Igbo language or are influenced by it. Unu/Wunna ‘You [plural]’, the same in Igbo, únù, wunna may be used, in Nigerian pidgin English una is used. Soso ‘Only’, ‘single’, in Igbo orthography it’s sọsọ [saw-saw] meaning the same. [Not to be confused with English so-so, meaning average or mediocre]…
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The Origins of Isi Agụ: Lion or Leopard?
Lion or Leopard? If “agụ” is leopard, and “ọdụm” is lion, then why is it not Isi ọdụm? In Igbo culture, the phrase isi agụ is translates to “head of a leopard”, an animal revered in Igbo folklore. However, the isi agụ fabric itself features the motif of a lion’s head (ọdụm), which may seem…
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Black Americans that Supported Biafra During the War
Taking a look at the Black Americans that supported Biafra during the Nigeria-Biafra war.
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Nkowa Okwu: A Game Changer for Preserving and Promoting the Igbo Language and Culture
Nkowa Okwu is a ground-breaking app and API which combines an Igbo dictionary and learning platform together.
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Why is using your left hand stigmatised in Igbo Culture?
The Left-Handed Stigma: Why is using the left hand stigmatised in Igbo culture? In Igbo culture, using your left hand in certain everyday activities is often stigmatised and is seen as bad manners, especially when giving or receiving things from elders. This belief is embedded in traditional cultural proverbs, which often paint the left hand…
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Okwu ndị Igbo n'ala bekee.
