The Kalenjin people are hospitable. They will welcome visitors with open arms. If you are yearning to visit Eldoret, then here are some of the few words you need to learn;
Yamune
This is a word of greeting, loosely translated to ‘how are you doing?’ the response is ‘achamege.’ Greetings are important in the Kalenjin land.
Kongoi
When you want to thank someone you say ‘kongoi.’ And if you want to say ‘thank you very much’ you say ‘kongoi mising.’
Ngebe
When you want to tell someone ‘let’s go’ ‘ngebe’ will come in handy.
Kale ii
This phrase is where the word Kalenjin was derived. Basically, all the Kalenjin subtribes share this. ‘Kale ii’ means ‘I am telling you’ or ‘I am saying.‘
Cheiso
Your stay in Eldoret will not be complete before you know the name Kalenjins call God, Cheiso that is. In the ancient traditional society, the Kalenjins called God Asisi (the sun). Kiptayat is also another name used in reference to God.
Olo
This word means no.
Motinye
It means I don’t have.
Achamin
If you have fallen in love with Chebet, tell her ‘achamin.’
Murenju
This word means ‘guys.’ It is mostly used by boys or men.
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