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+English,Kiembu
+1,ĩmwe
+10,ĩkũmi
+100,ĩgana
+1000,ngiri
+10000,ngiri ĩkũmi
+100000,ngiri ĩgana
+11,ĩkũmi na ĩmwe
+12,ĩkũmi na igĩrĩ
+2,igĩrĩ
+20,mĩrongo ĩri
+3,ithatũ
+30,mĩrongo ĩthatu
+4,inya
+40,mĩrongo ĩna
+41,mĩrongo ĩna na ĩmwe
+42,mĩrongo ĩna na igĩrĩ
+5,ithano
+50,mĩrongo ĩtanu
+6,ithathatũ
+60,mĩrongo ĩtandatũ
+7,mũngwaja
+70,mĩrongo mũngwaja
+8,inyanya
+80,mĩrongo ĩnana
+9,kenda
+90,mĩrongo kenda
+A Kiembu name of God,Mwene- Njeru
+A Kiembu name of God,Mwene- Nyaga
+A Kiembu word for circumcised young men,Nthaka
+A circumcised young man or reference to somebody‟s son.,Mwanake
+A circumcised young woman who has not yet been married.,Mwĩrĩtu
+A common socialization base where fire was lit,ĩtogi
+A coward,Kĩtherenji
+A derogatory word meaning one who had been rejected,Gĩcokio
+A horn of cattle used as a musical instrument,Coro
+A kitchen; a house where a man would carry out his courtship usually his –mother-in-law –to-be‟s kitchen. A man would pay a goat known as mburi ya ngucu in order to be allowed to use that particular place during courtship at night.,Ngũcũ
+A male circumcision dance,Ndirũ
+A man‟s special hut,Garũ
+A person.,Mũndũ
+A wedge shaped instrument,Kĩenji
+A woman who has not yet recuperated after child birth,Mũciere
+A word referring to a girl who has not undergone female circumcision,kĩrigũ
+A word referring to girls who have not undergone female circumcision,ĩrigũ
+A word used by men to refer to the children who bear their names; male children who are named after a certain man,Ngerana
+A word used by women to refer to the children who bear their names; female children who are named after a certain woman,Rietawa
+A young man or a young woman who has been circumcised and is in the process of healing,Gĩciere
+Abrus schimperi (Plant species),Mukumbi
+Acacia abyssinica (Plant species),Mugaa
+Acacia ataxacantha (Plant species),Murangare
+Acacia hockii (Plant species),Mugaa
+Acacia mellifera (Plant species),Muthigira
+Achyranthes aspera (Plant species),Mutegenye
+Acokanthera oppositifolia (plant botanical name),kĩrũũrũ
+Adansonia digitata (Plant species),Muramba
+Advice and instructions to adulthood before the rite of circumcision,Kunithio
+Age set,ĩrika
+Age- mates,Andũ a rika
+Ageratum conyzoides (Plant species),Mucuki wa ngigi
+Ajuga remota (Plant species),Wanjiru-wa-Rurii
+Albizia amara (Plant species),Muga-Nthegu
+Albizia anthelmintica (Plant species),Mubarwa
+Albizia gummifera (Plant species),Mukorwe
+All,Yothe
+Allium ampeloprassum (Plant species),Gitunguru
+Aloe balyi (Plant species),Kithunju
+Aloe lateritia (Plant species),Kiruma
+Amaranth,rwoga
+Amaranth,terere
+An initiator‟s sponsor during initiation,Mutiri
+An intiation candidate being sponsored during initiation,Mũtirwa
+Ant,mũthũa
+Ants,mĩthũa
+Arm,njara
+Arms,njara
+Arrow (play toy),kooma
+Arrow (play toy),ndiira
+Arrow (play toy),ndiring’i
+Arrow (simple type),mĩnyũũthũ
+Arrow (simple type),mĩrũũthi
+Arrow (simple type),mũgwĩ wa mĩnyũũthi
+Arrow (type),mũgwĩ wa mũtatĩ
+Arrow pouch,thiaka
+Arrow roots,ndũma
+Arrow roots,ndūma
+Arrow slot,mbogo
+Arrow storage,kiigo
+Arrows,mĩgwĩ
+Ask,ũria
+Asparagus racemosus (Plant species),Karura
+Azadirachta indica (Plant species),Mwarobaine
+Baby/young child,Kaana
+Back,mũrukuthu
+Back,vufa
+Backs,mĩrukuthu
+Bamboo (local variety),ĩrangi
+Basella alba (Plant species),Murerema
+Basket,ciondo
+Basket,kĩondo
+Basket,kῑondo
+Beans,Mboco
+Beans,mboco
+Bed,Gĩtanda
+Bee hive (log hive),mĩatũ
+Beehive,mĩatũ
+Beehive,mῑatū
+Being escorted to the circumcision arena,Kũmagaria thome
+"Being shown out, a baby‟s first appearance in public after birth.",Kumagarua
+Bidens pilosa (Plant species),Mucege
+Big,Mũnene
+Bird,kasoni
+Bird trap,ĩkerenge
+Birds,isoni
+Blacksmith pipes,ngerwa na mũũgua
+Blow,Vuva
+Blowing horn,coro
+Blunt arrow,ndiira
+Blunt arrow,ndiring’i
+Bow,ũta
+Bow,ũta (plural: mata)
+Bring closer,Nengereria
+Buffalo,mbogo
+Buffalos,mbogo
+Butterflies,cĩenvurutia
+Butterfly,kĩnvurutia
+Caesalpinia volkensii (Plant species),Mubuthi
+Cajanus cajan (Plant species),Njugu
+Calabash,ciuga
+Carica papaya (Plant species),Mubabai
+Carphalea glaucescens (Plant species),Murema muthua
+Cassava,mwanga
+Castor oil,Mbarĩki
+Cat,kanyau
+Cats,tũnyau
+Cattle,ng’ombe
+Cave,ngurunga
+Cave,ngurungu
+Cave,ĩkurungu
+Caves (plural),makurungu
+Change,Cenjia
+Cheetah,kĩtang'a
+Cheetahs,itang'a
+Chest,kĩthũri
+Chests,ithũri
+Chicken,ngũkũ
+Chicken,ngūkū
+Chickens,ngũkũ
+Child,Mũrũkĩ
+Child,mwana
+Child / Baby,mwana
+Church,kanitha
+Circumcised young women,Erĩtu
+Circumcision,ĩrua
+Circumcision dance specifically done for girls on the circumcision day,Njai
+Circumcision goat,Mbũri ya nduo
+Cissus rotundifolia (Plant species),Ikothokotho
+Clausena anisata (Plant species),Mutathi
+Clay soil,Mũnyũ
+Clerodendrum myricoides (Plant species),Muthuguni
+Clerodendrum myricoides (plant botanical name),munjuga
+Climb,Kũambata
+Clothes,nguo
+Cobra,gĩko
+Cobra (Snake),g��ko
+Coffee,Kaũwa
+Coffee,kaũa
+Coffee,kaũga
+Combretum molle (Plant species),Murava
+Commiphora africana (Plant species),Kigurugua
+Cooking pot,Thavuria
+Cooking stick,mĩko
+Cooking stick,mĩndũri
+Cooking stick,mῑko
+Cooking stick,mῑndūri
+Cooking stick,ndekethi
+Cordia africana (Plant species),Muringa
+Coriandrum sativa (Plant species),Ndania
+Corpse,Cimba
+Cow,Ng’ombe
+Cow,ng'ombe
+Cow pea leaves,nyanyi
+Cow pea leaves,nyeni
+Cow peas,nthoroko
+Cows,ng'ombe
+Crocodile,kĩng'angi
+Crocodiles,ing'angi
+Croton dichogamus (Plant species),Muthinia
+Cultivate for someone,Mũremire
+Cup,Gikombe
+Cuscuta kilimanjari (Plant species),Thina
+Cyathula polycephala (Plant species),Mutegenye
+Dalbergia melanoxylon (Plant species),Muvingo
+Dancing bells,ciĩgamba
+Dark,ndũma
+Day,Mũthenya
+Day,mũthenya
+Deep,Kĩndũĩ
+Dioscorea minutifolia (Plant species),Gikwa kia ngima
+Dog,ngui
+Dogs,ngitī
+Dombeya burgessiae (Plant species),Mukeu
+Donkey,Nvuunda
+Door,Mũrango
+Dovyalis abyssinica (Plant species),Mukambura
+Down,nthĩ
+Down the valley,Ngurumo
+Drink,Kũnyua
+Drink,Kũnywa
+Drum,ngũtha
+Ear,gũtũ
+Ears,matũ
+Earth,Thĩ
+Earth,nthĩ
+East,ĩrathĩro
+Ehretia cymosa (Plant species),Murembu
+Elephant,njogu
+Elephants,njogu
+Emilia discifolia (Plant species),Gatukia
+End,Mũthiro
+Engleromyces goetzei (Plant species),Kieha kia Murangi
+Enquire form the ancestors about an issue using cowrie shells.,Kũvũra mbũgũ
+Entada leptostachya (Plant species),Mucaritha
+Entada leptostachya (plant botanical name),mũcaritha
+Enter,Tonya
+Epilobium hirsutum (Plant species),Mucuki
+Erythrina abyssinica (Plant species),Muuti
+Eucalyptus globulus (Plant species),Munyua-mai
+Eucalyptus saligna (Plant species),Muringamu
+Euphorbia pseudograntii (Plant species),Mwerere
+European / colonial person,mũcũngũ
+European / colonial person,mũthũngũ
+European / colonial person,mũthũngũ / mũcũngũ
+Evil spirits,ngoma
+Eye,ritho
+Eyes,metho
+Fagaropsis angolensis (Plant species),Mubindithindi
+Families,mĩsiĩ yetũ
+Family,mũsiĩ wetũ
+Far,Kũraya
+Farm,mũgũnda
+Farmer,mũrĩmi
+Farmers,alĩmi
+Farming,kũlĩma
+Farms,mĩgũnda
+Feet,makinyo
+Few,Cũnini
+Field,Mũgũnda
+Finger,kĩara
+Finger millet,mũgĩmbĩ
+Finger millet,mũkombi
+Fingers,Ciara
+Fish,nthamaki
+Five ululations for a baby boy,Ngemi Ithano cia kĩvĩcĩ
+Flies,magirũ
+Flueggea virosa (Plant species),Mukururu
+Fly,ĩgirũ
+Food,irio
+Foot,ĩkinyo
+Forest,mũtitũ
+Forest,mūtitū
+Forests,mĩtitũ
+Forever,tenenatene
+Four ululations for a baby girl,Ngemi Inya cia kerĩtu
+Front,mbere
+Full,Hũngũ
+Garden peas,minji
+Girl,mwĩrĩtu
+Girl,mwῑrῑtu
+Girl / young lady,mwĩrĩtu
+Girls who would have sex recklessly,Mĩkomanthi
+Give me,Nva
+Gnidia glauca (Plant species),Muthira
+Goat,mbũri
+Goat,mbūri
+Goats,mbũri
+God,Ngai
+God,ngai
+God’s pots,Nyũngũ cia Ngai
+Good,Mwega
+Gourd,inya
+Gourd,kĩnya
+Gourd,kῑnya
+Gourd,mūngū
+Grain silo,gĩtu
+Grain silo,mũrũrũ
+Grain-eating bird,gĩtangũro
+Grain-eating bird,mũgũcũ
+Grain-eating birds’,tũcunjui
+Gravel,kagoto
+Great offense,Mũgiro
+Green grams,ngĩna
+Green grams,ngῑna
+Green mamba (Snake),mūrarū
+Grewia rotundifolia (plant botanical name),mũvarũ
+Grewia tembensis (plant botanical name),mũrũva
+Grewia tichocarpa (plant botanical name),mũrenda
+Grewia villosa (Plant species),Mubuu
+Hair,Njuĩrĩ
+Hair,rũswele
+Hairs,njwele
+Hand,Guoko
+Hand,rũve
+Hands,Moko
+Hands,nve
+Harrisonia abyssinica (Plant species),Mutagataga
+Head,Mũtwe
+Head,kĩongo
+Heads,ciongo
+Hear,Kũigua
+Heart,Ngoro
+Hermannia sp. (Plant species),Karundu
+Hibiscus micranthus (Plant species),Mugere
+Hill,karĩma
+Hill,kĩrĩma
+Hill,kῑrῑma
+Hills,tũrĩma
+Home,mũciĩ
+Home,mūciῑ
+Honey,ũũkĩ
+Honey barrel,kῑthembe
+Honey container,kĩthembe
+Hope,mwĩfoko
+Horse,mbarathi
+Horses,mbarathi
+Hoslundia opposita (Plant species),Mucobi
+Hot,Mũhũũthũ
+House,nyomba
+Hunger,Nvota
+Hydroelectric dam,damu ya Thitima
+I,Nie
+I,nie
+I/me,Nie
+Insect,kĩgunyũ
+Insects,igunyũ
+Investigate,Tuĩria
+Irish potatoes,waru
+Ironsmith,atũri
+Joy,kĩkeno
+Kaguma rock,Ithiga ria Kaguma
+Karue Hill (proper noun),karũe
+Khat (Miraa),mĩraa
+Khat (variety),gatune
+Khat (variety),gĩcheru
+Khat (variety),kĩvugi
+Khat (variety),mũgumo
+Khat (variety),mũgwanthingi
+Khat (variety),mũgũka
+Khat (variety),mũrũtĩ
+Khat (variety),mũta-mũciĩ
+Khat (variety),mũtĩ-mũtĩĩrĩ
+Kiambere Hill (proper noun),kĩambeere
+Kiang’ombe Hill (proper noun),kĩang’ombe
+Kianjiru Hill (proper noun),kĩanjirũ
+Kigelia africana (Plant species),Muratina
+Kirimiri Hill (proper noun),kĩrĩmĩri
+Knee,ĩru
+Knees,maru
+Knife,Kaviũ
+Knife,mviũ
+Landolphia buchananii (Plant species),Muura
+Lannea floccose (plant botanical name),ntharara
+Lantana camara (Plant species),Mukenia
+Launea cornuta (Plant species),Muthunga
+Leg,kũgũrũ
+Legs,magũrũ
+Leopard,ngarī
+Leopards,ngarī
+Leucas mollis (Plant species),Mucii
+Ligaments (Arrow Part used for strings),rũga (plural: nga)
+Light,ũtheri
+Lion,mũrũthi
+Lions,mĩrũthi
+Lit,Akia
+Lonchocarpus eriocalyx (Plant species),Muthigiriri
+Long,Mũraihu
+Look,Roria
+Loquat,macuca
+Love,wendo
+Maasai raids / attacks context,ũkavi
+Maize,mbembe
+Make for,Mũthodekere
+Man,Mũthuuri
+Mangifera indica (Plant species),Mwembe
+Mango tree,Mũembe
+Mangoes,Maembe
+Mangoes,magembe
+Many,Nyingĩ
+Man’s bag,mbooro
+Man’s bag,ĩthatwa
+Man’s bag,ῑthatwa
+Market,thoko
+Maternal uncle,Mama
+Mau Mau trench,mũcingi / mũkaro / mboci
+Maytenus obscura (Plant species),Muraga
+Maytenus senegalensis (Plant species),Muthunthi
+Me,nie
+Medicine man,Mũndũ Mũgo
+Medicine men,Ago
+Meeting,matῑῑri
+Metal arrow heads,kĩano (plural: ciano)
+Metal trap,gĩteng’ũ
+Milk,ĩria
+Milk,ῑria
+Millet,mwere
+Modern salt,cumbĩ
+Modern salt,cumbῑ
+Moon,Mweri
+Mosquito,rwagĩ
+Mosquitoes,rwagĩ
+Mount Kenya,kĩrĩnyaga
+Mountain,Kĩrĩma
+Mountain,kĩrĩma
+Mountain,kῑrῑma
+Mountain / Hill,kĩrĩma
+Mountain / Hill,kῑrῑma
+Mountains,irĩma
+Mouth,Kanua
+Mouth,kanyuwa
+Mouths,tũnyuwa
+Musical instrument (general),ciῑgamba
+Nail,rũkũnyũ
+Nails,ng'ũnyũ
+Natural salt,mūnyū
+Ndangwa rock,Ithiga ria Ndangwa
+Near,Harĩa ha kũhĩĩĩ
+Neck,Ngingo
+Neck,ngingo
+Necks,ngingo
+New,Mwerũ
+Night,ũtũku
+Nine,Kenda
+No,Ici / aca
+North,ĩgũrũ
+Nose,ĩniũrũ
+Noses,maniũrũ
+Now,Rĩu
+Ocean,ĩria
+Oceans,maria
+Ocimum basilicum (Plant species),Mataa
+Ocimum gratissimum (Plant species),Makandu
+Of,kῑa
+Old,Mũkũrũ
+Old man,mũthuri
+Old man,mūthuri
+Old man’s bag,mbooro ya mũthuri
+Old man’s bag,ĩthatwa
+Old woman,mwongia
+Old woman / Wife,mwongia
+Olea europaea ssp. africana (Plant species),Muthata
+Ours,sietũ
+Ovariodendron anisatum (Plant species),Ndonga
+Overnight prayers.,Kesha
+Palm,Nvĩ
+Pappea capensis (Plant species),Muvaa
+Path,Njĩra
+Path,njĩra
+Path / Road,njῑra
+Peace,thayũ
+Peagions,macia
+Pebbles,ngengecũ
+Pentas zanzibarica (Plant species),Mugirimura
+Periploca linearifolia (Plant species),Mwonge
+Person,mũndũ
+Person,mūndū
+Piercing of the ear lobes,Gũtura matũ
+Pigeon peas,njũgũ
+Pigeon peas,njūgū
+Piliostigma thonningii (Plant species),Mukura
+Pistacia aethiopica (Plant species),Mugegeti
+Plectranthus barbatus (Plant species),Mwaraka
+Poison,ĩvai
+Police station,stasion ya polisi (loan term)
+Pot,nyũngũ
+Pot,nyūngū
+Potting clay,yũmba
+Potting clay,yūmba
+Power conferring ceremony,ĩtuĩka
+Praise,Goca
+Pray,Voithia
+Premarital conception,ĩvu ria riko
+Primary school,cukuru ya primarῑ (loan term)
+Proverbs,nthimo
+Proverbs,nthumo
+Prunus africana (Plant species),Muiria
+Psidium guajava (Plant species),Mubera
+Puff adder,kĩmbuva
+Puff adder (Snake),kῑmbuva
+Pumpkin,ĩrenge
+Punica granatum (Plant species),Kungumanga
+Python,ĩtaara
+Python (Snake),ῑtaara
+Rain,Mbura
+Read for,Mũthomere
+Red ochre soil,mbũgũ
+Red ochre soil,mbūgū
+Repair,Thinga
+Rhino,njũe
+Rhinos,njũe (munyi)
+Rhus natalensis (Plant species),Muthigiu
+Rib,rũparu
+Ribs,mbaru
+Riddles,ndaĩ
+Riddles,ndaῑ
+River,Rũĩ
+River,rũnji
+River,rũnjĩ
+River,rūnji
+Rivers,nyũnjĩ
+Road,njĩra
+Road,njῑra
+Road / Path,njĩra
+Rock,ĩthiga
+Rock,ῑthiga
+Rope,Mũkanda
+Run,Tengera
+Sacred burial grove,kῑthama
+Sacred grove,gĩtitũ
+Sacred grove,irĩ
+Sacred grove,irῑ
+Sacred grove,kĩthama
+Sacred grove,ngindwa
+Sacrificial grove,gῑtitū
+Sacrificial grove,irῑ
+Sacrificial grove,ngindwa
+Sacrificial grove (forest),Gatitū
+Salt,mũnyũ
+Salt lick,kĩngenyo
+Salt lick (animal salt),kῑngenyo
+Salt water drinking gourd,tuuga twa mūnyū
+Save,Vonokia
+Schkuhria pinnata (Plant species),Karuria-Tatha
+School,cukuru
+Search,Caria
+Secondary school,cukuru ya sekondarῑ (loan term)
+Securinega virosa (Plant species),Muthaguta
+Senecio succulent (Plant species),Mung'endia Nthenge
+Senna didymobotrya (Plant species),Mwinu
+Senna singuana (Plant species),Mukengeta
+Sheep,ng'ondu
+Sheep,ng’ondu
+Shield,ngo
+Shop,nduka
+Short,Mũkuhĩ
+Short,Thuruarĩ / kĩvandĩ
+Shoulder,kĩturo
+Shoulders,ĩturo
+Sky,ĩgũrũ
+Small,Mũnini
+Small bird,ndiro
+Small bird,ntiro
+Small flower,Kauwa
+Small wooden tips (Arrow Part),ndatĩ
+Snail,ĩrumbo
+Snail shell,ng’ari
+Snails,marumbo
+Snake,njoka
+Snake (general),njoka
+Snakes,njoka
+Solanecio sp. (Plant species),Mumonjore
+Solanum incanum (Plant species),Mutongu
+Solanum nigrum (Plant species),Managu
+Sonchus asper (Plant species),Iviuviu
+Sorghum,mũvĩa
+Sorghum,mūvῑa
+Sorghum stems (Arrow Part),ĩvavĩa (plural: mavavĩa)
+South,ĩtherero
+Spear,ĩtumũ
+Spider,mbũmbũĩ
+Spiders,mbũmbũĩ
+Spikes (Arrow Part),mbũrũ
+Spirit,ngoma
+Spirits,ngoma
+Sponsors during initiation,Atiri
+Sponsor‟s helper during the actual operation on circumcision day,Mũgwatanĩri
+Spread,Tandĩka
+Squirrel trap,ĩvarĩ
+Stand,Rugama
+Star,Njata
+Start,Kĩambĩrĩria
+Stomach,ĩvu
+Stomachs,mavu
+Stone,ĩthiga
+Stone,ῑthiga
+Stone / Rock,ĩthiga
+Stone / Rock,ῑthiga
+Stool,g ῑtῑ
+Stool,itĩ
+Stop,Tiga
+Story telling,ng’ano
+Story telling,rũgano
+Story telling,rūgano
+Strangler fig,Mũgũmo
+Strombosia scheffleri (Plant species),Muthiringo
+Strychnos henningsii (Plant species),Mutambi
+Student,mũrutwa
+Students,alutwa
+Stupid,Cenji
+Sugar,cukarĩ
+Sugar,cukarῑ
+Sugarcane,igwa
+Sun,Rĩũa
+Sweep,Nvata
+Sweet potato,Gwacĩ
+Sweet potatoes,ngwacĩ
+Sweet potatoes,ngwacῑ
+Tea,caai
+Tea,manjani
+Teach,kũthomithia
+Teacher,mwalimũ
+Teachers,alimũ
+Teclea nobilis (Plant species),Muterendu
+Teeth,Magego
+Terminalia brownii (Plant species),Mururuku
+Termite,nguia
+Termites,nguia
+The circumciser,Mũrwuithia
+The first visit or outing carried out by male initiates after circumcision to the home of their sponsors,Mwĩcũgũno
+The masses or many people,Mũgongo
+Theirs,siao
+Them,ho
+Thigh,kĩaũ
+Thighs,ciaũ
+Tithonia diversifolia (Plant species),Kirurite
+To be worn,Kanwa
+To slaughter a goat for a person‟s in-laws before or after marriage,Kũthĩnja
+To ululate,Kuga ngemi
+Toe,kĩara kva magũrũ
+Toes,ciara cia magũrũ
+Tongue,Rũrĩmĩ
+Tongue,rũrĩmĩ
+Tongues,irĩmĩ
+Tooth,Igego
+Tortoise,nguru mathendo
+Tortoises,nguru mathendo
+Touch,Vutia
+Traditional pot maker,mūmbi wa nyūngū
+Tray,gĩtararũ
+Tray,kῑtaararū
+Tree,mũtĩ
+Tree,mūtῑ
+Trichilia emetica (Plant species),Mururi
+Trichodesma zeylanicum (Plant species),Mucururi
+Up,ĩgũrũ
+Us,twue
+Uvaria scheffleri (Plant species),Mucigara
+Valley,kĩanda
+Valleys,cianda
+Vangueria madagascariensis (Plant species),Mubiru
+Vernonia brachycalyx (Plant species),Mugirimura
+Vernonia lasiopus (Plant species),Mucatha
+Village,gĩcagi
+Village,matũūra
+Village,ndaki
+Village elders justice system,athuri a kῑama
+Viper,gĩtune
+Viper (Snake),gῑtune
+Vitex doniana (Plant species),Muburu
+Waist,nth'ũnũ
+Waists,nth'ũnũ
+Wait,Eterera
+Warburgia ugandensis (Plant species),Muthiga
+Warriors,Njamba cia ita
+Water,Maaĩ
+Water,manjĩ
+Water,manjῑ
+Weaver bird nest,kĩomba kĩa nthoonjo
+Well,kĩthima
+Well,kῑthima
+West,ĩthuĩro
+When?,rĩ?
+Where,Kũ
+Where?,ku?
+White decorative soil,ῑra
+White soil,ĩra
+White thorn acacia,Mĩga thorns
+Win,Tuĩria
+Wind,Rũhuho
+Withania somnifera (Plant species),Murumbawe
+Woman,Mũtumia
+Wooden arrow point (Arrow Part),rũthunthi
+Woven basket,ciondo
+Woven basket,kῑondo
+Woven tray,gĩtararũ kĩa mũũgũ
+Xerophyta spekei (Plant species),Kianduri
+Yams,ikwa
+You,we
+Young lady,mwĩrĩtu
+Young lady / Girl,mwῑrῑtu
+Young man,mwanake
+Zanha africana (Plant species),Mwakia
+Zanthoxylum chalybeum (Plant species),Mukenenga
+acacia,Mũthandũkũ
+age group,ĩrika
+agreement,kwĩtikania
+all,Yothe
+all,onthe
+amaranth,terere
+ancestor,ngomi
+ant,Muthua
+ant,nthigiriri
+ant hill,kĩthũa
+antelope,nthia
+apology,kuvera
+arm,Njara
+arm,njara
+army ant,nthuraku
+arrow,mũgwi
+arrowroot,ndũma
+arrows,mĩguĩĩ
+ash,mũu
+ashes,mũu
+avocado tree,mũkondopia
+avocados,Makondovia
+axe,ĩthanwa
+baboon,ngĩma
+baboon (noun),ĩreri
+back,Murukutho
+back,Mũrukuthu
+back,Vũfa
+back,murukutho
+back direction,Vũfa
+bad,njũku
+banana beer,karũgũ ka ndigũ
+baobab fruit,Mabuyu
+bark,ĩkoro
+barter,cenjania
+basket,gĩkapũ
+bat,nvuvu
+bathe,Kwithamba
+beans,Mboco
+bed,kĩtanda
+bee,njukĩ
+bee,njũkĩ
+bee hive,mwatũ
+bee hives,mĩatũ
+beehive,mwatu
+beekeeper (noun),mwanĩki
+bees,Njuki
+bees,Njũkĩ
+bees (noun),njũki
+beetle,ndigoingo
+bell,Ngengere
+belong to,cia
+big,Mũnene
+big,nene
+binding rope / string (beekeeping),mũũgũ
+bird,Giconi
+bird,Kasoni
+bird nest,kĩũmba
+bite,rũma
+black,mbirũ
+black (animal),kavogo / mwirũ
+blacksmith,mũturi
+blanket,mũrengeti
+blessing,irathimo
+blessing,kĩrathimo
+blood,Thakame
+blood,nthakame
+blood as food,Nthakame ya dundĩro
+blood oath,muma
+blow,vuva
+blue,mbulu
+bone,mavĩndĩ
+bone,ĩvĩndĩ
+book,Ivuku
+book,ĩvuku
+bow,ũta
+bracelets,Mĩrĩnga
+brain,ũtombo
+bride,mũviki
+bride price,rũracio
+bridge,ndaraca
+bruise,kũtivua
+buffalo,Mbogo
+buffalo,mbogo
+buffalo (noun),njirũ
+bull,Ndegwa
+bull,ndegwa
+bulrush millet,mwere
+burn,via
+bush thicket,kathaka
+bushbuck (noun),namũ
+butter,maguta
+butterfly,Kĩnvurutia
+butterfly,kĩmvurutia
+butterfly,kĩnvurutia
+buy,Kugura
+buy,kũgũra
+cabbage,mboga
+calabash,kanya
+camel,ngamĩra
+canoe,ĩtaru
+canoe,ĩtarũ
+carrot,Karati
+carrot,karati
+cassava,mwanga
+cat,Kanyau
+cat,kanyau
+cattle,ngombe
+cattle,ng’ombe
+cattle kraal,rwaga
+cattle shed,rwaga
+cave,ngurunga
+chair,Giti
+chair/seat,Gĩtĩ
+chameleon,mũriũ
+charcoal,makara
+charcoal stove,jiko
+cheetah,Kitang’a
+chest,Kĩthori
+chest,kithori
+chicken,Nguku
+chicken,ngũkũ
+chicken coop,kwa ngũkũ
+chief,civũ
+child,Mwana
+child,mwana
+child / baby,mwana
+child born by the roadside,Wanjĩra / Njĩra
+child born during strong wind event,Ngũngi
+child named after snake entering house safely,Njoka
+child of a very active farmer,Karĩmi
+child of excellent cook,Mũrugi
+chili,nduru
+chimpanzee,ĩguna
+chimpanzee,ĩgũna
+church,Kanitha
+church,kanitha
+circumcision,kũrua
+classroom,kĩrathi
+clay,mũnyũ
+clay pot,nyũngũ
+climb,Gutwa
+climb,gũtwa
+close (noun),vakuve
+clot,kũganda
+clothes,nguo
+cloud,matu
+cockroach,Nyenje
+cockroach,nyenje
+coconut palm,mũnathi
+cold,nvoru
+collide,Kuringana
+collide,Kũringana
+colobus monkey,ngoroi
+come,Uka
+come,Ũka
+come,ũka
+community,mũgongo
+contract,kwandĩkanĩra
+cook (female name),Mũrugi
+cook (verb),Kuruga
+cook (verb),kũrũga
+cooking pot,Thapuria
+cooking pot,nyũngũ
+cow,Ng’ombe
+cow,ngombe
+cowhide bed,kĩugũ
+cowpea,minji
+cowpea leaves,kunde
+crab,kangaurũ
+cream,kĩrimũ
+cricket,ndagarari
+crocodile,King’angi
+crocodile,kĩngangi
+crop,mimera
+crow,kĩgogo
+cry,Kurira
+cry,kũrĩra
+cry,rĩra
+curse,kĩrumi
+custard apple,matimoko
+custard apple tree,mũtimoko
+cut,tiniaa
+cyclone,ngoma cia aka
+dance,katika
+dance arena (not sacred grove),matῑῑri
+dark,Ndũma
+dawn,kĩa
+day,Mũthenya
+death,kĩkuũ
+decay,kwora
+deep,Kĩndũĩ
+destroy,Kuthukia
+destroy,kũthũkia
+detention camp trench system,mboci
+devils,ngoma
+dew,ĩmee
+die,kua
+digging stick,mũro
+divination,kũroterwa
+dog,Ngui
+dog,ngui
+donkey,mvunda
+donkey,nvuda
+door,mũrango
+door,ĩrĩgĩ
+down,Nthĩ
+dream,kũrota
+dream vision,Kĩroto
+drink,Kũnyua
+drink,nyua
+drought song,nyimbo cia rĩũra
+drum,nduramu
+drunkard (noun),kĩnyua
+dry season,ĩvinda rĩa riũa
+duck,mbata
+dung beetle,ndingoingo
+dust,rũkũngũ
+eagle,nderi
+ear,Guto
+ear,Gũtũ
+ear,guto
+ear,gũtũ
+earring,kwigua
+earth,Nthĩ
+earth,Thĩ
+earth,nthĩ
+earth road,njĩra ya mũthetu
+earthquake,kĩthingithia
+earthworm,mũnyongoro
+east,Irathiro
+eat,ria
+egg,Itumbi
+egg,ĩtumbĩ
+eggplant,mbiringanya
+eight,Inyanya
+eight,inyanya
+eighty,Mirungo inana
+elder,mũkũrũ
+elephant,Njogu
+elephant,njogu
+eleven,Ikumi na imwe
+empty,ĩtikĩndu
+end,Mũthiro
+enemy,nthũ
+evening,ivwaĩ
+exam paper,karatathi ka kĩgeranio
+exercise book,mbuku ya kwandĩka
+expensive,Goro
+eye,Ritho
+eye,Rĩtho
+eye,ritho
+eyes,Metho
+families,Misie yetu
+family,Musie wetu
+famine,rĩũra
+far,Kuraca
+far,Kũraya
+far,kuraca
+far (noun),Kũraca
+farm,Mugunda
+farm,Mũgũnda
+farmer,Murimi
+farmer,Mũrĩmi
+farmer (male name),Mũrĩmi
+farmer / active worker (female name),Karĩmi
+farmers,Alimi
+farming,Kulima
+farms,Migunda
+fasting,kwĩima
+father,fafa
+fear,ĩtigĩra
+feast,ceree
+feather,ĩvuta
+fence,rwago
+few,Cũnini
+few,anini
+field,Mũgũnda
+field,kivaro
+fifty,Mirungo itanu
+fig tree,mũthapipũ
+finger,Kiara
+finger,kiara
+finger millet,mũgĩmbĩ
+fire,Mwaki
+fish,Nthamaki
+fish,nthamaki
+fisherman,mũteginthamaki
+fishhook,gitegithamaki
+five,Ithano
+five,ĩthano
+flag,penera
+flea,mũthũi
+floor,nthĩ
+flowers,Maua
+flowers,Maũa
+fly,Igiro
+food,irio
+foot,Ikinyo
+foot,Kũgũrũ
+foot,ikinyo
+footpath,gacangiri
+forest,Mũtitu
+forest,Mũtitũ
+forest,mũtitu
+forest,mũtitũ
+forever,Tenenatene
+forty,Mirungo ina
+forty one,Mirungo ina na imwe
+forty two,Mirungo ina na igiri
+four,Inya
+four,ĩnya
+fracture,kunĩka
+friend,mũrata
+friendship oath,muma wa ũrata
+frog,kĩũra
+front,Mbere
+full,Hũngũ
+full,mbĩcuru
+games,ntakanio
+garlic,kĩtũngũrũ saumu
+gazelle,nthia
+ghee,alenya
+ghosts,ngoma
+giant rock of Cianduri,Ruciara rwa Cianduri
+ginger,tangauthi
+giraffe,ndwiga
+giraffe,ndwĩga
+giraffe (noun),ndwiga
+girl associated with Chuka area / marriage link,Chuka / Wacuka
+girl associated with Mbeti area / naming origin,Wambeti
+girl born in upland area / named after upland woman,Rũgũrũ / Ciarũgũrũ
+girl named after maternal grandmother,Mũthoni
+girl named after paternal grandmother,Wanja
+girls/young ladies,Eritu
+girls/young ladies,erĩtu
+give,Nengera
+give,nengera
+give,va
+gizzard,kaigangio
+goat,Mburi
+goat,Mbũri
+goat,mbũri
+goat pen,rwaga rwa mbũri
+goats,Mbũri
+good,Mwega
+good,mbega
+good person / helper (male name),Mũtugi
+goose,mbata mũzinga
+gourd,kĩnya
+grain storage silo,gĩtũ
+granary,ĩkũmbĩ
+grandmother,Cucu
+grandmother,cũcũ
+grass,Gitima
+grass,kĩtima
+grass,nyaki
+grasshopper,mvandi
+gratitude,kusokia ngatho
+grave,mbĩrĩra
+gravel road,njĩra ya maramu
+green,Ngirini
+green,ngirini
+green gram,ndengũ
+greeting,ngethi
+grinding stone,ĩthiga
+groom,mũvikania
+guava,mbera
+guava tree,mũpeera
+hair,Njuĩrĩ
+hair,ruswele
+hand,Guoko
+hand,Njara
+hand,ruve
+handshake,ngethi cia njara
+hardworking (female name),Wawĩra
+hardworking woman reference name,Wawĩra
+hare,kapũkũ
+hartebeest (noun),nthiga
+harvest,ketha
+hawk,kĩgĩ
+head,Kĩongo
+head,Mũtwe
+head,kiongo
+headteacher,mwarimũ munene
+hear,Kũigua
+hear,ĩgua
+heart,Ngoro
+heart,ngoro
+herbalist,mũndũ mũgo
+herder (male name),Mũrĩthi
+herder / livestock keeper (noun),mũrĩthi
+herdsman,mũrĩthi
+here,Hava
+here,ava
+here,hava
+hill,Karima
+hill,karĩma
+hippopotamus,nguũ
+hit,ringa
+hoe,ũma
+hold,nyita
+hole / ridge,Irima
+hole/ridge,ĩrima
+holy hill,kĩrĩma kĩtheru
+home,Mũcĩĩ
+home,mũciĩ
+homestead,mũciĩ
+honey,ukĩ
+honey,ũũkĩ
+honey barrel container,kĩthembe
+honey container (skin barrel),kĩthembe
+honeycomb,mago
+honeycomb,mwatũ
+hoof,nvungũ
+hope,Mwifoko
+horn,Nvĩa
+horse,Mbarathi
+horse,mbarathi
+hospital,Thivitari
+hospital,Thivitarĩ
+hot,Mũhũũthũ
+hot,nviũ
+house,Nyomba
+house,nyomba
+housefly,ngi
+how,atia
+how are you,Uvoro
+how are you,ũvoro
+hungry,mũvũtu
+hunter,mũgwĩmi
+hunter (dog name),kathi
+hut,nyomba
+hyena,mviti
+hyena,nviti
+hyena (noun),njerũ
+initiation,ĩrua
+ink,rangi
+insect,Kigunyo
+internet,mũtandao
+intestine,mara
+iron ore smelter / ironsmith,mũturi
+jackal,mbue
+jackfruit tree,mũpenesi
+joy,Gikeno
+joy,Gĩkeno
+judge,janji
+kale,sukuma
+keys,Savi
+kidney,mbigo
+kitchen,Riiko
+kitchen hut,ngucu / garũ
+knee,Iru
+knee,iru
+knife,kaviũ
+know,menya
+lady,Redi
+lake,ĩria
+land,Mugunda
+land,Mũgũnda
+lantern,katandĩka
+laugh,theka
+leaf,ĩthangũ
+leaves,Mathangu
+leaves,Mathangũ
+leg,Kuguru
+leg,kuguru
+legend,njorua
+legs,Maguru
+legs,Magũrũ
+lemon tree,mũtimũ
+leopard,Ngarĩ
+leopard,ngari
+leopard (noun),ngarĩ
+lie,mama
+light,Ũtheri
+light,Ūtheri
+lightning,rũveni
+line,mũkanda
+lion,Muruthi
+lion,simba
+lion (dog name),cimba
+listen,Thikiriria
+listen,thikĩrĩria
+liver,Itema
+liver,ĩtema
+lizard,mũrikathi
+long,Mũraihu
+long,ndaca
+loquat,macuca
+love,Wendo
+lung,mavũri
+mad animal,ngũrũki
+maize,Mbembe
+maize,mbembe
+maize and beans mix,Githeri
+maize meal staple,Ugali
+making,Kuthondeka
+making,Kũthondeka
+man,Muthuri
+man,MũndũMũrume
+man,mũthuri
+mango tree,Mugende
+mango tree,Mũgembe
+mango tree,mũgembe
+manure,thumu
+many,Nyingĩ
+many,engĩ
+market,thoko
+market day,thoko
+marketplace,thokorĩ
+marriage,gũrana
+marriage oath,muma wa ũviki
+"mashed mixture of maize, potatoes, beans/peas, vegetables",Mũkimo
+mat,Mũgeka
+me,Nie
+meat,Nyama
+medicine,Ndawa
+medicine man,mũgo
+middle,Gatagati
+middle,Gatagatĩ
+midnight,ũtukũ
+milk,ĩria
+milk (verb),Gukama
+milk (verb),gũkama
+milk gourd,kĩnya
+molar,makamburu
+mole,mbuko
+money,Mbia
+mongoose,njagĩ ceee
+monkey,ngĩma
+moon,Mweri
+moon,mweri
+moringa tree,mũringa
+mortar,ngimi
+mosque,mũthigiti
+mosquito,Ruagi
+mosquito,Rwagi
+mosquito,rwagi
+mosquito,rwagĩ
+mother,Mami
+motorcycle taxi,boda boda
+mountain,Kĩrĩma
+mountain,kĩrĩma
+mountain / hill,kĩrĩma
+mountain forest,mũtitũ
+mouse,Ngara
+mouth,Kanua
+mouth,Kanyua
+mouth,kanywa
+mouth,mũromo
+much,Muno
+much,Mũno
+mud wall,nthingo
+mudfish,ĩkũ
+multi-coloured,gacarũ
+muscle,mĩkiva
+mushroom,makunũ
+my/mine,Ciakwa
+my/mine,ciakwa
+myth,ngano
+nail,Rukunyu
+nail,rukunyu
+name,ritwa
+natural swimming pool,ndia
+near,Harĩa ha kũhĩĩĩ
+near,Vakuve
+near,vakuvi
+neck,Ngingo
+neck,ngingo
+net,neti
+new,Mwerũ
+new,jerũ
+newspaper,ngatheti
+night,Ũtukũ
+night,ũtukũ
+night,Ūtukũ
+nile perch,mbuta
+nine,Kenda
+nine,kenda
+ninety,Mirungo kenda
+nock,mbogo
+noise,Inegene
+noise,ĩnegene
+north,Iguru
+north,Igũrũ
+nose,Iniuru
+nose,iniuru
+nose,ĩniũrũ
+not,ka
+now,Rĩu
+oath,muma
+ocean,Ĩria
+offering,kuruta
+offering,ĩruta
+oil lamp,taa
+old,Mũkũrũ
+old,ngũrũ
+old man,mũthuri
+old woman / wife,mwongia
+omen,mũgiro
+one,Imwe
+one,ĩmwe
+one hundred,Igana
+one hundred thousand,Ngiri igana
+one thousand,Ngiri
+onion,gĩtũngũrũ
+orange tree,mũcungwa
+ornament,Mathaga
+ostrich,nyaga
+ostrich (noun),nyaga
+ours,Sietu
+owl,ndundu
+ox,ndegwa
+padlock,Kuvuri
+palm wine,njovi
+papaya tree,mũvavai
+paper,Karatathi
+passionfruit vine,mũtunda mwirũ
+path,Njĩra
+path,njira
+path,njῑra
+path / road,njĩra
+pawpaw,Mavavai
+pawpaws,Mavavaĩ
+peace,Thayu
+peace,thayũ
+pearl millet,mũkombi
+pen,kalamu ka rangi
+pencil,kalamu ka mata
+people,Andu
+people,andũ
+person,Mundu
+person,mũndũ
+person from lowland area / named after lowland resident,Weveti
+pestle,ndĩrĩ
+pig,ngurũe
+pigeon pea,njavĩ
+pipeline,Mũverethi
+plant (verb),Kuvanda
+plant (verb),kũvanda
+plate,Thaani
+play,thakania
+player,mũthaki
+poor,Muthini
+poor,Mũthĩni
+posho mill,Kĩthĩi
+pot,nyũngũ
+potatoes,Waru
+potatoes,Warũ
+potter,Mwaki nyũngũ
+prayer,mavoya
+praying mantis,cũcũ wa njoka
+prophecy,kũrara
+proverb,nthimo
+public minibus transport,matatũ
+pumpkin,ĩrenge
+pumpkin leaves,kaũrũra
+python,ĩtaara
+rabbit,mbũkũ
+radio,radiũ
+rain,Mbura
+rain song,nyĩmbo cia mbura
+rainbow,mũkũnga mbura
+rainy season,ivinda ria mbura
+rat,ĩkĩndũ
+red,ndune
+red / brown,gatune
+respectful female name,Mũkami
+rhino,Njue
+rhino (noun),njũe
+rhinoceros,munyi
+rib,Rũparu
+rib,ruparu
+riddle,ndaĩ
+ring,kũrĩra
+river,Rũnji
+river,Rũĩ
+river,rũnji
+river,rũnjĩ
+riverbank,kĩandarĩ
+riverine forest,kĩthaka
+road,njĩra
+roasted meat,Nyama choma
+rock,Ithiga
+rock of shouting / war calling,Kathiga ka Mbu
+rock of the child,Ithiga ria Kaana
+rocks (plural),Mathiga
+rocks of the council / spirit beings (kirimu),Mathiga ma Kirimu
+rocks used for testing virginity,Mathiga ma Kwamutuangako
+rogue animal,gakondi
+roof,ĩtara
+roof thatch,ĩtara
+root,Mũri
+rope,mũkanda
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+to preach,kũvunjia
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+word referring to a boy who is not circumcised,Kĩvĩĩcĩ
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+  "oral_traditions": [
+    "Traditional songs and dances (rwĩmbo) formed another important oral tradition. In Embu and Mbeere culture, songs and dances were inseparable and were collectively referred to as rwĩmbo. Musical performances were accompanied by traditional instruments such as ngũtha, coro, ciĩgamba, nduramu, ngengere, and mũrũri. Songs were created to mark particular events and activities, and performers sang while dancing in groups, circles, or organized formations (katika / matĩĩri ma rwĩmbo). Several famous traditional song-and-dance forms included:\n• Mwĩnjĩro – performed by men and women at night with drumming and dancing (ũtukũ). • Kĩraka – vigorous drumming, singing, and acrobatic performances by men (njamba cia ita contexts). • Kĩgarũ – performed mostly by women during harvest seasons (kũketha / ῑketha). • Njaii – women’s and girls’ dance performed after harvest, often carrying social and political messages (gĩcagi gatherings). • Gūtema Mware – performed during circumcision ceremonies (ĩrua). • Ngongore/Kambera, Mūkuogo, Kĩrĩcimaci, and Ndaci, which emerged during different historical periods and reflected changing social and religious influences.",
+    "Traditional songs and dances (rwĩmbo) were performed during major community events and social activities. Specific songs were composed for:\n• Circumcision ceremonies (mambura / ῑrua)\n• Farming group work (kũrima / ῑrĩma)\n• Harvest celebrations (kũketha / ῑketha)\n• Grain threshing (ῑvūra)\n• Marriage negotiations (ũviki)\n• Political mobilization (njamba cia ita contexts)\n• Entertainment and social gatherings (gĩcagi, matĩĩri ma ndaci)\nDifferent groups performed different dances:\n• Men and women together performed Mwĩnjĩro (matĩĩri ma nyĩmbo). • Mbeere drummers and male performers led Kĩraka performances (ngũtha, nduramu). • Women performed Kĩgarũ during harvest seasons (mũgũnda contexts). • Women and girls performed Njaii after harvest (gĩcagi gatherings). • Men and women participated in Gūtema Mware during circumcision ceremonies (ĩrua). • Children and youth performed Kĩrĩcimaci/Kĩvunjio during Christmas celebrations (kanitha / church gatherings) while collecting contributions. • Adults, boys, and girls participated in Mūkuogo dances organized near churches and schools (cukuru / kanitha).",
+    "• Young men and unmarried women participated in Ndaci dances held in traditional dance arenas (matĩĩri / ῑtĩĩri) and village social spaces. Traditionally, performances took place in designated dance grounds known as matĩĩri ma nyĩmbo or ivaro cia ndaci, which were found in nearly every village (gĩcagi) and served as important centres of social interaction and cultural expression. Storytelling performances also contain dramatic elements. Storytellers use voice variation, gestures, audience participation, song, and imitation of characters to make narratives engaging and memorable. Expression of Happiness\nHappiness is expressed through joyful speech, laughter, singing, dancing, praise, blessings, and communal celebrations. During occasions such as harvests, marriages (ũthoni), births, successful initiation ceremonies (irua), and community gatherings, people openly express joy through traditional songs and dances. Common expressions of happiness may include words of gratitude to Ngai, praise for individuals or families, and blessings wishing prosperity and success.",
+    "Happiness is often shared collectively rather than individually, reflecting the communal nature of Embu and Mbeere society. Traditional songs performed during harvests and celebrations communicate joy, gratitude, unity, and appreciation for blessings received by the community. Expression of Sorrow\nSorrow is expressed through mourning songs, lamentations, prayers, comforting words, and communal support. During funerals and periods of loss, family members, friends, and neighbors gather to console the bereaved and demonstrate solidarity. Expressions of sorrow often emphasize:\nSympathy for the affected family. Recognition of the pain of loss. Encouragement and comfort. Prayers for strength and healing. Funeral songs and speeches allow people to remember the deceased while helping families cope with grief. Community participation in mourning reflects the belief that sorrow is shared collectively. Expression of Respect\nRespect is one of the most important values in Embu and Mbeere culture. Language used when addressing elders, parents, leaders, and visitors is generally polite, careful, and respectful. Respect is expressed through:\nProper greetings. Humble speech.",
+    "Use of honorific titles. Attentive listening. Courteous responses. Blessings and expressions of gratitude. Younger people are expected to speak respectfully to elders and avoid rude, insulting, or confrontational language. Respectful communication strengthens social harmony and maintains good relationships within families and communities. Emotional Expression Through Oral Literature\nExpressions Associated with Peace and Reconciliation\nSeveral cultural concepts guide traditional justice processes:\nThayu – Peace, harmony, and well-being. Ũtugi – Good relationships, generosity, and social responsibility. Kiama – Council of elders responsible for deliberation and justice. Athamaki – Elders who provide leadership and mediation. Mũcii – Family or homestead, emphasizing the importance of maintaining family unity. Mũthoni/Athoni – Marriage relationships that often require careful mediation to preserve family bonds. During reconciliation, elders commonly encourage parties to restore thayu and maintain good relationships within the community. Blessings may be offered after disputes are resolved to symbolize the return of peace and social harmony. Justice and Community Responsibility\n12.",
+    "Traditional Economies and Work Practices\ni. What traditional livelihood activities (farming, herding, fishing, crafts) are practiced, and what terms describe their processes? The traditional economy of the Embu and Mbeere communities is based on agriculture, livestock keeping, beekeeping, hunting, fishing, trade, and various crafts. These activities have historically provided food, income, social status, and community stability. Indigenous knowledge has played a central role in guiding production, resource management, and economic cooperation. Farming (Ūrĩmi)\nFarming (ūrĩmi) is the most important traditional livelihood activity among both the Embu and Mbeere people.",
+    "The fertile highlands of Embu support the cultivation of crops such as:\nMaize\nBeans\nBananas\nSweet potatoes\nArrowroots\nVegetables\nCoffee\nTea\nIn the drier Mbeere region, farmers traditionally grow drought-resistant crops such as:\nMillet\nSorghum\nCowpeas\nGreen grams\nPigeon peas\nAgricultural activities involve several stages, including:\nLand clearing\nDigging and cultivation\nPlanting\nWeeding\nHarvesting\nStorage\nTraditional grain storage structures include gĩtu or mūrūrū, which were used to preserve harvested grain for future use. Livestock Keeping\nLivestock keeping is another important economic activity. Families traditionally kept:\nCattle\nGoats\nSheep\nChickens\nLivestock provided:\nMilk (ĩria)\nMeat\nManure\nBride wealth during ũthoni\nSocial status and wealth\nAnimals also served as a form of savings and security during difficult times. Beekeeping\nBeekeeping has long been practiced, especially in Mbeere. Honey (ũũkĩ) is valued both as food and as an ingredient in traditional beverages. Beekeepers traditionally placed hives in forests, trees, and suitable natural environments. Honey collection required specialized knowledge and was often undertaken by experienced individuals.",
+    "Fishing\nFishing is practiced mainly in areas near the Tana River and the hydroelectric dams such as Kiambere, Gitaru, and Kindaruma. Fish provide food and income for local households, particularly in parts of Mbeere where water resources are readily available. Hunting and Trapping\nThe traditional Embu and Mbeere work system therefore combines economic production, social cooperation, cultural education, and mutual support, ensuring that knowledge and responsibilities are passed from one generation to the next. 13. Metaphorical and Idiomatic Language\nHard work (wĩra mwega)\nDiligence (gĩkeno kĩa wĩra)\nRespect for elders (gũtĩĩa Athamaki)\nPatience (kwĩyũmia)\nPerseverance (gũkirĩrĩria)\nUnity (ũmwe)\nCooperation (gũteithania)\nHonesty (ũhoro wa ma)\nIntegrity\nConsequences of actions (mĩgambo ya ciĩko)\nWisdom (ũũgĩ) and foresight\nMetaphors related to nature (kĩrĩra) are also widespread. Rivers (njũũĩ) may symbolize life (muoyo) and continuity, trees (mĩtĩ) may symbolize strength and stability, while drought (njara kana kĩeha) may represent hardship, suffering, or poor leadership. Such imagery helps people understand social situations through familiar environmental experiences.",
+    "Teaching Moral Values\nElders (Athamaki) use nthimo and ng’ano to teach children (ciana) and young people about:\nRespect for elders (gũtĩĩa Athamaki)\nHonesty (ũhoro wa ma)\nResponsibility (wĩra na mĩgambo)\nCourage (ũgima)\nGenerosity (ũtugi)\nCooperation (gũteithania)\nInstead of giving direct instructions, elders often use metaphorical expressions that encourage reflection (kwĩciria) and discussion. This method helps learners remember lessons more effectively. Warning Against Wrongdoing\nLaziness (ũvivĩ\nGreed\nPride (kwĩgũmbia)\nDishonesty\nDisrespect (gũtĩĩa gũkũgũrũka)\nRecklessness\nWarnings delivered through nthimo are often more acceptable than direct criticism because they avoid embarrassment while still communicating the intended lesson. Explaining Taboos and Cultural Restrictions\nĨkurungu rĩa Cagaca\nNgurunga ya Karĩrĩo\nĨkurungu rĩa Icongi\nMakurungu ma Kamūtuangako\nThis approach allows difficult issues to be addressed respectfully while maintaining dignity and social cohesion (ũmwe bwa nthĩ).",
+    "Agriculture (ūrĩmi)\nPlay therefore serves not only as recreation but also as a traditional educational system through which children acquire language skills, cultural knowledge, and social values. Animals (nyamũ) as main characters. Clever heroes and heroines. Tricksters. Brave warriors. Wise elders (Athamaki a ũũgĩ). Supernatural beings. Honesty (ũhoro wa ma)\nRespect (gũtĩĩa)\nHard work (wĩra mwega)\nCourage (ũgima)\nCooperation (gũteithania)\nKindness (ũtugi)\nConsequences of wrongdoing\nExpand vocabulary (magambo ma rũthiomi)\nImprove memory (ũririkania)\nLearn about nature (kĩrĩra)\nUnderstand cultural symbols\nDevelop problem-solving abilities\nSongs (Rwĩmbo)\nChildren's songs (rwĩmbo rwa ciana) are used during play (mĩchezo), work (wĩra), ceremonies (mĩthĩrĩgo), and daily activities. These songs often contain repetitive words and rhythms that make them easy to remember. Songs teach:\nCounting\nSocial values (mĩtugo ya nthĩ)\nFamily relationships (ũrata bwa mũcii)\nRespect for elders (gũtĩĩa Athamaki)\nCommunity history\nEnvironmental awareness\nSome songs accompany games, while others are sung during communal activities or cultural ceremonies.",
+    "Rhymes and Chants\nSimple rhymes and chants help younger children develop speech (rũthiomi) and memory (ũririkania) skills. Repetition allows children to learn pronunciation, vocabulary, rhythm, and sentence structures naturally. These rhymes are often used:\nDuring games (mĩchezo)\nWhile caring for younger children\nDuring storytelling sessions (ng’ano)\nDuring group activities\nLearning Through Observation and Participation\nListening to elders (gũkinya Athamaki)\nParticipating in storytelling sessions (ng’ano)\nJoining group games (mĩchezo ya hamwe)\nRepeating songs (rwĩmbo) with peers\nObserving older children\nParticipating in ceremonies (mĩthĩrĩgo) and community gatherings (ciama cia nthĩ)\nThis method allows cultural knowledge (ũmenyo bwa kĩrĩra) to be transmitted naturally from one generation to another. Cultural Importance\nPreserving Kiembu and Kimbeere language (rũthiomi rwa Kiembu na Kimbeere)\nTeaching morals and social values (mĩtugo na ngaro cia nthĩ)\nStrengthening memory (ũririkania) and communication skills\nEncouraging creativity and imagination\nImportant Animals (Nyamũ)\nLivestock (nyamũ cia mucii) occupy a central place in Embu and Mbeere life.",
+    "Common domesticated animals include:\nCattle (ng’ombe)\nGoats (mbũri)\nSheep (ng’ondu)\nChickens (nguku)\nThese animals provide:\nMilk (ĩria)\nMeat (nyama)\nManure (mũgũnda)\nBride wealth during Ũthoni\nEconomic security\nForests provide medicinal plants (mĩtĩ ya ndawa), honey (ũũkĩ), firewood (ngũni), building materials, and wildlife habitats. Rivers and springs supply water (maaĩ) for domestic use, livestock, irrigation, and cultural activities. Environmental Changes\nCommunity members traditionally monitor environmental conditions through careful observation of:\nRainfall patterns (mbura)\nRiver water levels (maaĩ ma njũũĩ)\nFlowering and fruiting of plants\nMigration and behavior of birds (nyoni)\nAppearance of insects\nWind patterns (rũhuho)\nCloud formations (matu)\nLivestock and wildlife behavior\nChanges in these indicators help people anticipate droughts (njara), rainfall, harvest periods, and seasonal transitions. For example:\nIncreased bird activity may signal approaching rainfall. Flowering of certain trees may indicate the onset of a planting season. Reduced river flow may warn of drought conditions. Songs (rwĩmbo)\nDaily participation in family (mũcii) activities\nii.",
+    "How are marriage or funeral processes conducted traditionally, including songs, terms, blessings, or taboo expressions? Traditional Marriage Process (Ũthoni)\nMarriage (Ũthoni) is traditionally a gradual process involving careful consultation between families (mĩcii), elders (Athamaki), and clan representatives (andũ a mbarĩ). The process emphasizes mutual respect (gũtĩĩana), family cooperation, and the establishment of long-term social relationships. Courtship and Family Introduction\nYoung people may become acquainted through community activities, dances such as Ndaci, family interactions, and social gatherings. Once marriage intentions are expressed, family members become involved in the process. Negotiations\nElders (Athamaki) and family representatives meet to discuss marriage arrangements. These discussions involve:\nEstablishing relationships between families. Confirming family backgrounds. Agreeing on responsibilities. Discussing bride wealth and gifts. The families become Athoni, a respected relationship that creates lasting bonds between households.",
+    "Blessings and Ceremonies\nMarriage ceremonies involve prayers (mahoya), songs (rwĩmbo), blessings (irathimo), feasting, and communal celebration. Elders offer blessings wishing the couple:\nFertility (gũciara)\nProsperity (ũtonga)\nPeace (thayu)\nGood health (ũgima mwega)\nLong life (muoyo mũnene)\nStrong family relationships\nSongs performed during marriage ceremonies celebrate:\nLove\nUnity (ũmwe)\nFamily cooperation\nCommunity harmony (thayu)\nThe successful joining of families\nThe sharing of food and gifts symbolizes goodwill, generosity (ũtugi), and acceptance of the marriage union. Traditional Funeral Process\nFunerals are important communal events that bring together relatives, friends, neighbors, and community members to mourn and support the bereaved family. Community Mourning\nFamily members and neighbors gather to express sympathy and solidarity. Mourning is viewed as a collective responsibility because the loss affects the entire community (nthĩ). Songs and Lamentations\nSpecial funeral songs (rwĩmbo rwa kũrĩrĩra) may be performed to:\nExpress grief\nHonor the deceased\nComfort family members\nReflect on life and mortality"
+  ],
+  "rituals_and_cultural_practices": [
+    "Another important practice is marriage (ũviki / ũthoni). Marriage is regarded as a union between families rather than only between two individuals. The process involves courtship, negotiations, payment of bride wealth (rũracio), blessings, and community approval. Marriage symbolizes continuity of the family lineage (mũciĩ / mũsiĩ wetũ) and strengthens relationships between clans. The community believes that marriage brings honor, stability, and social recognition. Birth and naming ceremonies are also highly valued. The birth of a child (mwana / kaana) is considered a blessing from Ngai and the ancestors (ngomi). Traditional naming practices follow established kinship patterns, often naming children after grandparents and respected relatives (Rietawa, Ngerana traditions). Names carry cultural meanings and help preserve family heritage. In family-based ceremonies such as naming, marriage negotiations, and funeral rites, senior relatives and clan representatives (athuri a mũciĩ) lead the proceedings. They provide guidance, make formal declarations, and offer blessings on behalf of the family and ancestors (ngomi).",
+    "Weapons such as spears (ĩtumũ) and shields (ngo) symbolized bravery, protection, and the responsibility of defending the community. Warriors (njamba cia ita) who possessed and used these artefacts earned respect and recognition. Sacred forests occupy a special place in Embu and Mbeere culture. Certain forested areas are believed to be places where elders traditionally offered prayers and sacrifices to Ngai. These forests are respected because they are associated with ancestral spirits, divine blessings, and environmental conservation. Community members often regard such places as sacred and deserving of protection. During Irua (circumcision ceremonies):\nSpecial initiation songs are performed. Performances encourage bravery and discipline. Elders use songs and poetic expressions to teach cultural responsibilities. Gūtema Mware is specifically associated with initiation ceremonies. During marriage ceremonies (Uthoni):\nSongs celebrate family unity and the joining of clans. Dances create a festive atmosphere. Poetic speeches and blessings reinforce social values related to marriage and family life.",
+    "During religious ceremonies and community prayers:\nSongs express gratitude, petitions, praise, and spiritual devotion. Traditional instruments may accompany communal worship and celebrations. Influence of Life Stages\nDifferent age groups perform different artistic forms and learn specific cultural knowledge appropriate to their stage of life. Teaching and Transmission\nLeaders are traditionally chosen based on:\nAge and seniority. Good moral character. Wisdom and sound judgment. Knowledge of customs and traditions. Ability to mediate disputes. Respect earned from the community. Demonstrated responsibility and leadership qualities. Work in the Embu and Mbeere communities is traditionally organized according to gender, age, experience, and social responsibility. While responsibilities may overlap, specific tasks have historically been associated with particular groups within society. Division of Work by Gender\nMen\nTraditionally, men were responsible for:\nClearing forests and bushes for cultivation. Building houses. Herding large livestock. Hunting and security. Beekeeping. Community leadership. Conducting major negotiations such as ũthoni.",
+    "Men also participated in communal projects and represented households in public affairs. Women\nWomen played a central role in:\nPlanting crops. Weeding farms. Harvesting."
+  ],
+  "religion_beliefs": [
+    "Musical accompaniment often includes traditional instruments such as ngũtha, ngotho, coro, ciĩgamba, nduramu, and tamburini, which help create the ceremonial atmosphere and guide participants during singing and dancing. With the spread of Christianity, many families combine traditional names with Christian names. Children may receive biblical names while still retaining traditional Embu or Mbeere names that connect them to their family heritage. Birth Order\nIn some cases, names may reflect a child's position within the family or acknowledge previous children and family relationships. Naming ceremonies traditionally involve family members, grandparents, and elders who provide guidance on appropriate names and their meanings. Elders often explain the significance of names and the responsibilities associated with carrying them. Names serve several important functions:\nPreserving family lineage. Honoring ancestors and relatives. Recording historical events and experiences. Expressing hopes and blessings for the child. Strengthening kinship bonds. is preserved and transmitted across generations.",
+    "Community members also recognize the importance of maintaining healthy ecosystems that support agriculture (ūrĩmi), livestock (nyamũ cia mucii), wildlife, and human well-being (ũgima bwa andũ). Ecological Taboos\nVarious ecological taboos (mĩgiro ya kĩrĩra) help regulate human interaction with the environment. Traditional restrictions may include:\nCutting trees in sacred forests. Polluting rivers (njũũĩ) and springs. Destroying culturally significant sites. Hunting certain animals unnecessarily. Interfering with ritual sites. Disrespecting sacred caves (makurungu), hills (irĩma), and forests. Such taboos are reinforced through ng’ano, nthimo, songs (rwĩmbo), and teachings from elders (Athamaki). They serve both spiritual and practical purposes by encouraging environmental stewardship and sustainable resource use. Indigenous Ecological Knowledge"
+  ],
+  "material_culture": [
+    "i. What are the main traditional artefacts in Embu/Mbeere community, and what processes or skills are involved in making them? The production of these artefacts depended on specialized indigenous skills including weaving, pottery, blacksmithing, carving, leatherworking, construction, and instrument making. Knowledge was transmitted through apprenticeship, observation, and participation within families and communities. ii. What roles or cultural meanings do these artefacts hold, including any sacred or taboo artefacts?"
+  ],
+  "foods_preparation_preservation": [
+    "Baskets (ciondo / kĩondo / kῑondo) were widely made by women using fibres obtained from local plants. Basket weaving involved collecting, drying, splitting, and weaving plant materials into various shapes and sizes. Different baskets served different purposes, including carrying farm produce from the mũgũnda, storing grain in granaries (gĩtũ / ĩkũmbĩ), and transporting household items. Basket weaving required skill, creativity, and experience, often transmitted within the family (mũciĩ). The communities also produced earthen pots (nyũngũ) using clay obtained from riverbanks and suitable soils (mũnyũ / yũmba). Pottery involved collecting clay, kneading it, moulding vessels by hand, drying them, and firing them in specially prepared fires. Pottery was mainly practiced by women (mũtumia / mwongia) and provided containers for cooking, water storage, and brewing traditional beverages. The communities also made hunting and defence equipment such as spears (ĩtumũ), bows (ũta), arrows (mĩgwĩ), shields (ngo), and clubs. These required knowledge of metalworking, woodworking, leatherworking, and weapon maintenance.",
+    "Another common traditional food is gĩtheri, prepared from boiled maize mixed with beans, peas, or other legumes. Variations may include vegetables and local seasonings depending on availability. Gĩtheri is widely consumed during both ordinary meals and communal gatherings. Traditional vegetables are also important components of the Embu and Mbeere diet. Common vegetables include:\nManagu\nMũthũnga\nTerere\nSaga\nPumpkin leaves\nCowpea leaves\nThese vegetables are harvested from farms or gathered from the wild, cleaned thoroughly, boiled, and sometimes fried with onions or other ingredients. They are valued for their nutritional and medicinal benefits. The communities also cultivate root crops such as:\nSweet potatoes\nArrowroots\nYams\nCassava\nThese crops are usually boiled, roasted, or steamed and serve as important sources of carbohydrates. Livestock products play a significant role in traditional diets. These include:\nMilk\nMeat\nHoney\nDrying (Kũanika)\nMaize\nBeans\nMillet\nSorghum\nVegetables\nFruits\nGrain Storage\nAfter drying, grains are stored in traditional granaries and storage structures designed to protect them from pests, moisture, and rodents.",
+    "Smoking\nMeat may be smoked to extend its shelf life, particularly when large quantities are available after ceremonies or communal slaughtering. Fermentation\nMilk and some traditional beverages are preserved through fermentation, which improves flavor and storage duration. Honey Storage\nHoney is carefully stored in gourds or specially prepared containers where it can remain usable for long periods. During marriage negotiations and wedding celebrations, food plays an important role in bringing families together. Special meals are prepared and shared among relatives and guests as a symbol of friendship, cooperation, and the establishment of lasting family bonds. The sharing of food during Ũthoni signifies:\nUnity between families. Acceptance of the marriage agreement. Mutual respect and cooperation. Blessings for the newly married couple. During initiation ceremonies, families prepare special meals for initiates, relatives, elders, and visitors. These meals symbolize:\nTransition from childhood to adulthood. Courage and endurance. Community support for initiates. Acceptance into adult society. The communal sharing of food reinforces social solidarity and collective responsibility.",
+    "Gratitude to Ngai for abundance. Prosperity and food security. The rewards of hard work. Community cooperation. Harvest meals are frequently accompanied by songs, dances, and communal gatherings. Milk and Fermented Milk\nMilk holds significant cultural value because it represents:\nLife and nourishment. Health and prosperity. Livestock wealth. Blessings for families and children. Offering milk to visitors traditionally demonstrates hospitality and goodwill. Honey\nHoney symbolizes:\nSweetness in life. Prosperity and abundance. Blessings and happiness. It is often associated with celebrations, special occasions, and traditional beverages used during communal events. Meat During Ceremonies\nMeat is particularly important during major ceremonies such as:\nMarriage celebrations. Initiation ceremonies. Community feasts. Religious gatherings. Kinship and belonging. Mutual support. Peace and reconciliation. Respect for guests. Community cohesion. Leadership traditionally operates at several levels:\nFamily Leadership\nClan Leadership\nEach clan has respected elders who represent the interests of clan members and provide leadership during ceremonies, negotiations, and dispute resolution processes.",
+    "Clan leaders help maintain unity and ensure that customary practices are observed. Council of Elders (Kiama)\nPlanting. Germination. Flowering. Grain formation. Harvesting. Agricultural activities serve as practical markers for seasonal progression and community planning. Social Indicators\nImportant social events help define stages of life and community time. These include:\nBirth and naming ceremonies. Circumcision (Irua). Marriage (Ũthoni). Establishment of families. Entry into elderhood (Athamaki). Death and funeral rites. Each stage is associated with specific responsibilities, ceremonies, and social status. Spiritual and Cultural Indicators\nTraditional prayers, communal ceremonies, and ritual observances often coincide with particular seasons or community needs. Elders may organize prayers during droughts, harvest periods, or times of crisis, reinforcing the connection between environmental conditions and spiritual life. Collecting water and firewood. Childcare. Basket weaving (ciondo). Processing and preserving food. Women were also custodians of much of the practical knowledge concerning nutrition, medicinal plants, and household management.",
+    "Division of Work by Age\nChildren\nChildren learned responsibilities gradually through participation and observation. Typical duties included:\nHerding small animals. Scaring birds from crops. Fetching water. Collecting firewood. Assisting with household chores. These activities helped prepare children for adult responsibilities. Youth\nYoung people performed more demanding tasks such as:\nDigging. Herding livestock. Building. Assisting during ceremonies. Participating in communal work projects. Youth also learned specialized skills through apprenticeship and mentorship. Elders (Athamaki)\nElders contributed through:\nProviding guidance. Teaching cultural knowledge. Settling disputes. Organizing communal activities. Preserving customs and traditions. Their role emphasized wisdom and leadership rather than physical labor. Communal Work and Cooperation\nOne of the most important traditional work institutions is ĩrĩma (communal work groups). During ĩrĩma, community members work together on activities such as:\nPlanting. Harvesting. House construction. Community projects. The host family usually provides food and refreshments for participants.",
+    "Communal work strengthens social bonds, encourages mutual support, and enables households to complete labor-intensive tasks efficiently. Songs and Expressions Associated with Work\nWork was often accompanied by songs (rwĩmbo) that:\nMotivated workers. Reduced fatigue. Coordinated activities. Promoted cooperation. Celebrated achievement. These songs often praised hard work, unity, and perseverance. Traditional beverages were sometimes prepared during communal work gatherings. Historical records indicate that homemade beverages were commonly served during ĩrĩma, ũthoni, and village meetings. Cultural Meaning of Work\nLeadership and community meetings (ũthamaki na ciama cia nthĩ)\nThrough role-playing, children practice adult responsibilities while developing social and communication skills. Traditional toys (ciande cia mĩchezo) are usually made from locally available materials such as:\nClay (mũtwe)\nWood (mũtĩ)\nSticks (ndathi)\nLeaves (mata)\nFibres\nGourds (inya)\nMaize cobs (mĩgogo ya mbembe)\nBanana stems (mĩtĩ ya marigu)\nChildren make miniature houses (nyũmba nini), animals (nyamũ), carts, cooking utensils, bows (ũta), arrows (mĩgwĩ), dolls, and livestock models.",
+    "These toys encourage imagination while helping children understand their environment (kĩrĩra) and future roles within society. Initiation (Irua)\nIrua is one of the most significant transition rites (mĩthĩrĩgo ya gũkenia mwana kũingĩra ũndũ mũkũrũ) in Embu and Mbeere culture. Traditionally, circumcision marks the movement from childhood into adulthood (ũkũrũ). It is both a physical and educational process that prepares young people for adult responsibilities. During Irua, initiates receive instruction on:\nRespect for elders (gũtĩĩa Athamaki)\nCommunity values (mĩtugo ya nthĩ)\nMarriage responsibilities (wĩra wa Ũthoni)\nLeadership (ũthamaki)\nCourage (ũgima) and discipline\nSocial obligations (mĩgambo ya nthĩ)\nSpecial songs (rwĩmbo), dances (mĩkinyo), blessings (irathimo), and teachings (marutwo) accompany the initiation process. Ceremonial performances such as Gūtema Mware are associated with this period and encourage bravery, endurance, and perseverance. Successful completion of Irua grants an individual new social status and recognition within the community.",
+    "Marriage (Ũthoni)\nMarriage (Ũthoni) is a highly respected institution that unites not only two individuals but also two families (mĩcii) and often entire clans (mbarĩ). The marriage process involves:\nFamily consultations\nNegotiations\nExchange of gifts and bride wealth\nBlessings (irathimo) by elders (Athamaki)\nCommunity celebrations\nThe relationship created through marriage is known as Ũthoni, while the families become Athoni. Marriage ceremonies are marked by:\nTraditional songs (rwĩmbo)\nBlessings (irathimo)\nFeasting and communal meals\nPrayers (mahoya)\nPublic recognition of the union\nMarriage symbolizes:\nFamily continuity (gũthiĩ mbere kwa mũcii)\nSocial responsibility\nFertility (gũciara)\nUnity between families\nCommunity stability (ũrĩa bwa thayu nthĩ-inĩ)\nElderhood (Athamaki)\nAs individuals grow older and gain experience, they may become respected elders (Athamaki). Elderhood is associated with wisdom (ũũgĩ), leadership (ũthamaki), and responsibility.",
+    "Elders play important roles in:\nCommunity leadership\nTeaching younger generations\nConducting ceremonies and blessings (irathimo)\nRecognition as an elder represents the attainment of social maturity and respected status within the community. Death (Gĩkuũ)\nDeath (gĩkuũ) is viewed as a major transition affecting both the family (mũcii) and the wider community (nthĩ). Funeral ceremonies provide opportunities for mourning, remembrance, and support for the bereaved. Community members gather to:\nOffer condolences\nPray together (gũhoya hamwe)\nSupport the family\nShare memories of the deceased\nReinforce social unity (ũmwe)\nFuneral gatherings emphasize respect for the deceased and recognition of their contribution to family and community life."
+  ],
+  "indigenous_technology": [
+    "Gĩteng’ū – traditional metal trap used to catch hyenas. Ĩkerenge – bird trap. Ĩvarĩ – squirrel trap. Ūta na mĩgwĩ – bow and arrows. Although hunting has declined due to conservation laws, knowledge of traditional hunting methods remains part of cultural heritage. Crafts and Artisan Work\nTraditional crafts provided both practical goods and economic value. Common crafts include:\nBasket weaving (ciondo). Pottery. Wood carving. Blacksmithing. Instrument making. Craftspeople produced items such as:\nCiondo (woven baskets). Inya (gourds). Ciuga (calabashes). Ngūtha (drums). Spears (ĩtumū). Shields (ngo). Knives (mviū)."
+  ],
+  "emotions_identity_politeness": [
+    "Baskets (ciondo / kĩondo) symbolized women's industriousness, skill, and contribution to household welfare. A well-made basket demonstrated craftsmanship and was often associated with responsible womanhood (mũtumia ideal). Basket weaving also represented the transmission of cultural knowledge from older women to younger generations. Communal Eating\nCommon kinship terms used in the Embu and Mbeere communities include:\nVava – Father\nMaitu – Mother\nMwana – Child\nMwarĩ wa baba – Father's child (sibling)\nMwarĩ wa maitu – Mother's child (sibling)\nCucu – Grandparent\nMwari – Daughter\nMwanake – Son\nMũthoni – In-law or relationship established through marriage\nAthoni – Families related through marriage\nMũrũmũ wa nyina – Maternal uncle\nMũrũmũ wa baba – Paternal uncle\nRespect for elders is a key feature of family life. Younger family members are expected to show obedience, courtesy, and respect toward older relatives. Elders provide guidance, settle disputes, preserve cultural knowledge, and act as custodians of family traditions. ii. How are children named, and what meanings or events influence name selection?",
+    "Among the Embu and Mbeere communities, naming is an important cultural practice that reflects ancestry, family continuity, social relationships, and significant events surrounding a child's birth. Names are not chosen randomly; they often carry historical, cultural, spiritual, or social meaning. Traditionally, children are named according to established kinship patterns. One of the most common practices is naming children after grandparents and other respected relatives. This system helps preserve family lineage and strengthens the connection between generations. Typically:\nThe first son may be named after the paternal grandfather. The first daughter may be named after the paternal grandmother. Subsequent children may be named after maternal grandparents and other close relatives. Names may also honor respected elders or deceased family members. This naming system reinforces family relationships and ensures that ancestral names continue across generations. Events surrounding birth also influence name selection. Children may receive names associated with:\nTime of Birth\nThe season, time of day, or particular circumstances under which the child was born may influence the chosen name.",
+    "Environmental Conditions\nNames may reflect conditions such as drought, abundant rainfall, harvest periods, or other natural events occurring at the time of birth. Family Circumstances\nSpecial family situations such as migration, prosperity, challenges, reconciliation, or significant achievements may inspire a child's name. Joy during celebrations. Courage during initiation. Gratitude after harvest. Love and unity during marriage. Sadness during funerals. Hope during difficult times. Greetings\nGreetings are an essential part of daily interaction and demonstrate respect and goodwill. People are expected to greet others before beginning conversations or conducting business. Common greetings include inquiries about:\nPersonal well-being. Family members. Health. Work and daily activities. Greeting someone properly acknowledges their presence and demonstrates social respect. Titles of Respect\nSeveral titles are used to recognize social roles and honor individuals:\nvava – Father; also used respectfully for older men. Maitu – Mother; also used respectfully for older women. Cucu – Grandparent; signifies wisdom, age, and respect. Mzee – Elder or respected senior person. Mwarimu – Teacher.",
+    "Mũthamaki – Elder, leader, or respected authority figure. Mũrũmĩ – Husband or adult man. Mũka – Wife or adult woman. These titles indicate both social relationships and the respect owed to individuals occupying particular positions within the community. Expressions of Honor\nHonor is often communicated through blessings and respectful forms of address. Elders frequently bless younger people using words that express wishes for:\nGood health. Fertility. Prosperity. Peace. Success. Long life. Receiving a blessing from an elder is considered a sign of favor and goodwill. Expressions of Gratitude\nPolite communication includes expressing appreciation for assistance, hospitality, advice, gifts, and support. Gratitude strengthens social relationships and demonstrates good character. Family membership. Clan affiliation. Age group. Gender roles. Marital status. Community responsibilities. Terms such as Mũthoni and Athoni identify relationships created through marriage and signify important social connections between families. Respect for Elders\nGreet elders first. Listen attentively. Avoid interrupting. Use respectful language. Follow advice and guidance.",
+    "Failure to observe these norms may be viewed as disrespectful and contrary to community values. Traditional songs (rwĩmbo) also contain metaphorical language. Harvest songs, initiation songs associated with Irua, marriage songs performed during Ũthoni, and ceremonial performances frequently employ symbolic imagery to communicate teachings about adulthood (ũkũrũ), responsibility, fertility (gũciara), courage (ũgima), and community values. For example:\nJoy (gĩkeno) may be expressed through imagery of abundant harvests and plentiful rainfall (mbura nyingi). Sorrow (kĩeha kana gũtirĩ gĩkeno) may be described using drought (njara), darkness, or withering plants. Love (wendani) may be symbolized through growth, fertility (gũciara), and family unity (ũmwe bwa mũcii). Courage (ũgima) may be represented through strong animals or successful warriors. Wisdom (ũũgĩ) may be associated with elders (Athamaki), ancient trees (mĩtĩ ya tene), or enduring rivers (njũũĩ itarĩkaga). 14. Children’s Language and Play\ni. What language do children use during play, and what terms describe their games, toys, or interactions?",
+    "In the Embu and Mbeere communities, children (ciana) traditionally learn language (rũthiomi), social values (mĩtugo na ngaro cia nthĩ), cultural knowledge (ũmenyo bwa kĩrĩra), and life skills through play (mĩchezo). During play, children primarily use Kiembu and Kimbeere, although today many also incorporate Kiswahili and English. Traditional play provides an important environment where children develop communication skills, creativity, cooperation, leadership (ũthamaki), and problem-solving abilities. Children's interactions are characterized by storytelling (ng’ano), singing (gũimba rwĩmbo), riddling (ndaĩ), imitation, role-playing, and group games (mĩchezo ya hamwe). Through these activities, they learn proper speech (rũthiomi rwega), respect for others (gũtĩĩana), social responsibilities, and cultural norms (mĩtugo ya kĩrĩra).",
+    "Traditional games often involve imitation of adult activities such as:\nFarming (ūrĩmi)\nHerding livestock (kũrĩithia ng’ombe, mbũri na ng’ondu)\nHouse construction (gũaka nyũmba)\nMarriage ceremonies (Ũthoni)\nPassing indigenous knowledge (ũmenyo bwa kĩrĩra) to future generations\nThrough ng’ano, ndaĩ, and rwĩmbo, children acquire not only language skills but also the wisdom (ũũgĩ), traditions (mĩtugo ya kĩrĩra), and values that define the Embu and Mbeere communities. 15. Environment, Plants, Animals and Ecological Knowledge\ni. What important plants, animals, or natural features are known in Embu/Mbeere community, and what names or uses do they have? Important Plants (Mĩmera)\nii. How does the community describe environmental changes, seasons, conservation practices, or ecological taboos? 16. Life Cycle and Transition Rites\ni. What major life stages (birth, initiation, marriage, death) are recognized, and what ceremonies or expressions mark them? The Embu and Mbeere communities recognize several important stages in human life (muoyo wa mundu), each marked by specific ceremonies (mĩthĩrĩgo), teachings (marutwo), responsibilities (wĩra na mĩgambo), and cultural expressions.",
+    "These life transitions help individuals move from one social status to another while strengthening family (mũcii) and community (nthĩ) bonds. The major life stages include birth (kuumbwa kwa mwana), childhood (ũrĩa bwa kana), initiation (Irua), marriage (Ũthoni), elderhood (Athamaki), and death (gĩkuũ). Birth and Childhood\nPrayers and Blessings\nPrayers (mahoya) are offered for comfort, strength, and peace (thayu). Elders (Athamaki) and religious leaders often provide words of encouragement and guidance to grieving families. Condolence Visits\nCommunity members visit the bereaved family to offer practical assistance, emotional support, food, labor, and companionship during the mourning period. Cultural Expressions and Taboos\nBoth marriage and funeral ceremonies are governed by cultural expectations and taboos (mĩgiro na mĩtugo) designed to maintain respect and social harmony. Examples include:\nRespectful language (rũthiomi rwa gũtĩĩa) must be used during ceremonies. Elders (Athamaki) are accorded special honor and recognition. Sacred blessings (irathimo) should not be mocked or ignored. Funeral gatherings require dignity and appropriate behavior.",
+    "Marriage negotiations should be conducted respectfully through recognized family channels. Actions that may bring shame, conflict, or disrespect to families are discouraged. Cultural Significance\nBoth Ũthoni and funeral ceremonies serve important social functions by:\nStrengthening family relationships. Preserving cultural traditions (mĩtugo ya kĩrĩra). Reinforcing community values. Promoting unity (ũmwe) and mutual support. Transmitting knowledge (ũmenyo) across generations."
+  ],
+  "traditional_knowledge_medicine": [
+    "Agricultural knowledge forms another important component of traditional wisdom. Farmers (alĩmi / mũrĩmi) possess indigenous methods of selecting seeds, preparing land (kũrima), predicting rainfall (mbura), controlling pests, preserving crops, and managing harvests (kũketha / ῑketha). Knowledge of seasonal changes (mavinda) and environmental indicators guides planting and harvesting activities in the mũgũnda. Knowledge transmission traditionally occurs through observation, participation, apprenticeship, and oral teaching rather than written documentation. As a result, elders remain highly respected because they serve as living repositories of community knowledge and cultural heritage. Food crops traditionally cultivated include:\nMaize (mbembe)\nBeans (njahi / mboco / njahe depending on variety)\nMillet (mwere)\nSorghum (mugoca)\nCowpeas (nzuu)\nGreen grams (ndengu)\nBananas (matoke kana marigu)\nSweet potatoes (ngwaci)\nCassava (muhũci)\nArrowroots (maaro)\nTraditional vegetables (imera cia mboga) include:\nManagu\nMũthũnga\nTerere\nPumpkin leaves (mata ma marenge)\nCowpea leaves (mata ma nzuu)\nThese plants provide food security (ũgima bwa irio) and contribute to household nutrition.",
+    "Several tree species (mĩtĩ) are valued for:\nTimber\nFirewood (ngũni)\nBuilding materials\nShade (kĩĩthũ)\nSoil conservation\nLions (ndũĩ\nHyenas (mbweha)\nLeopards\nMonkeys (nkima)\nAntelopes\nSquirrels\nBirds (nyoni)\nAnimals are often used symbolically to teach lessons about courage (ũgima), wisdom (ũũgĩ), greed, intelligence, cooperation, and responsibility. Food security (ũgima bwa irio)\nDisaster preparedness\nConservation of biodiversity\nSustainable resource management"
+  ],
+  "governance_justice": [
+    "i. How is leadership organized in Embu/Mbeere community, and how are leaders chosen? Traditional leadership in the Embu and Mbeere communities is organized around a system of elders, clan representatives, family heads, and respected community members who guide social, political, religious, and cultural affairs. Leadership is based primarily on wisdom, experience, integrity, age, knowledge of customs, and the ability to promote peace and unity within the community. Spiritual Leadership\nThe traditional leadership system promotes unity, accountability, consultation, and collective decision-making. Leaders are expected to act fairly, protect community interests, and uphold cultural values. ii. How are conflicts resolved traditionally, and what expressions or terms are used in reconciliation or justice processes? When disputes arise, parties are encouraged to seek mediation through elders (Athamaki) and the Kiama rather than allowing conflicts to escalate. Elders are highly respected because of their wisdom, impartiality, and knowledge of customary law. Role of the Kiama\nThe Kiama serves as the traditional court and mediation institution.",
+    "Elders listen carefully to all parties involved, examine evidence, consult witnesses, and deliberate collectively before reaching a decision. Disputes commonly handled by the Kiama include:\nLand disagreements. Family conflicts. Marriage disputes. Inheritance issues. Livestock-related disputes. Breaches of community norms. Conflicts between clans or families. The process generally involves open discussion, testimony, questioning, and collective consultation. Elders seek solutions that restore relationships and prevent future conflicts. Reconciliation Process\nReconciliation is highly valued and often involves:\nPublic acknowledgment of wrongdoing. Apologies. Compensation where appropriate. Forgiveness. Community witnessing of the agreement. Blessings by elders. The restoration of social harmony is considered more important than simply determining a winner or loser. Use of Elders' Counsel\nThe traditional Embu and Mbeere justice system therefore seeks to:\nPromote truth and fairness. Restore damaged relationships. Preserve community unity. Protect cultural values. Maintain social stability. Encourage mutual respect and responsibility.",
+    "Through the leadership of the Kiama and Athamaki, conflicts are resolved in ways that strengthen social cohesion and ensure the continued well-being of the community."
+  ],
+  "heritage_sites": [
+    "Unauthorized entry into sacred areas was discouraged. Cutting trees in sacred forests was often prohibited. Hunting, grazing, or farming in certain sacred locations was restricted. Ritual sites could only be accessed by authorized elders or designated participants during ceremonies. Acts considered disrespectful, such as noise-making, destruction of vegetation, or misuse of sacred spaces, were strongly discouraged. Some locations required ritual permission or observance of specific customs before entry."
+  ],
+  "social_life_naming": [
+    "i. How are families structured in Embu/Mbeere community, and what kinship terms are commonly used? Traditionally, households were headed by the father, who served as the primary provider, protector, and representative of the family in community affairs. Mothers were responsible for childcare, food production, household management, and the transmission of cultural knowledge to children. However, important family decisions often involved consultation with elders and extended family members. The child (mwana) is gradually introduced to family traditions, language (rũthiomi), and cultural values through:"
+  ],
+  "performance_arts": [
+    "The most common form of performance art is traditional music and dance (rwĩmbo). In Embu and Mbeere culture, singing and dancing are inseparable activities and are collectively referred to as rwĩmbo. These performances communicate social values, historical events, community concerns, and cultural teachings while providing entertainment and strengthening social bonds. Several traditional dances are practiced within the community:\nMwĩnjĩro\nMwĩnjĩro is a popular traditional dance performed by both men and women. It is characterized by rhythmic drumming, singing, and coordinated dance movements. The dance often takes place during social gatherings and festive occasions and encourages community participation. Kĩraka\nKĩraka is traditionally associated with the Mbeere community. It involves energetic drumming, vigorous dancing, singing, and acrobatic displays. Male performers often play a leading role, demonstrating strength, agility, and endurance. Kĩgarũ\nKĩgarũ is predominantly performed by women, especially during harvest periods. The songs celebrate successful harvests, agricultural productivity, and communal cooperation.",
+    "Njaii\nNjaii is commonly performed by women and girls after harvest seasons. Besides entertainment, the songs often communicate social messages, political commentary, community concerns, and moral teachings. Gūtema Mware\nThis dance is associated with circumcision ceremonies (Irua) and is performed during initiation periods. Both men and women may participate, while songs encourage initiates and reinforce cultural teachings regarding adulthood and responsibility. Mūkuogo\nMūkuogo emerged later and became popular around schools and churches. Men, women, boys, and girls participate, reflecting the interaction between traditional and modern influences. Kĩrĩcimaci (Kĩvunjio)\nThis performance became associated with Christmas celebrations. Groups move from place to place singing, dancing, and collecting contributions for community festivities. Ndaci\nNdaci is a social dance traditionally performed by young men and unmarried women. It provides opportunities for interaction, courtship, socialization, and entertainment within the community.",
+    "Music is accompanied by traditional instruments such as:\nNgūtha (drum)\nNgotho\nCoro\nCiĩgamba\nMūtūrirū\nWandĩndĩ\nNduramu\nTamburini\nThese instruments provide rhythm, melody, and ceremonial significance during performances. ii. How do seasons, ceremonies, or life stages influence the performance, teaching, or style of these arts? Seasonal Influence\nAgricultural seasons greatly influence traditional performances. During planting, weeding, harvesting, and threshing periods, songs are performed to encourage cooperation, reduce fatigue, and celebrate communal achievements. For example:\nKĩgarũ is commonly associated with harvest celebrations. Njaii is performed after successful harvests and expresses gratitude, joy, and communal pride. Work songs accompany collective farming activities and reinforce cooperation among community members. The themes of these performances often focus on abundance, hard work, gratitude, environmental conditions, and community prosperity. Ceremonial Influence\nAdults perform songs and dances related to marriage, farming, leadership, and community responsibilities. Their performances often focus on social cohesion, productivity, and cultural continuity."
+  ],
+  "indigenous_calendar": [
+    "i. How does Embu/Mbeere community identify or name seasons, months, or natural cycles?"
+  ],
+  "environmental_knowledge": [
+    "The rainy seasons were particularly important because they determined planting and harvesting activities. Farmers planned agricultural work according to the arrival of rains and the expected growth cycles of crops such as millet, sorghum, maize, beans, and cowpeas. The timing of communal activities such as ĩrĩma (group work), harvesting, and ceremonial gatherings was closely linked to these seasonal cycles. Days were also identified through natural divisions such as:\nDawn\nMorning\nMidday\nAfternoon\nEvening\nNight\nCommunity members observed the movement of the sun, moon, and stars to estimate time. The crowing of cocks, the behavior of animals, and daily routines also helped people organize their activities. Rather than numbering months as in modern calendars, traditional timekeeping was linked to significant natural and social events such as:\nPlanting seasons. Harvest periods. Circumcision seasons (Irua). Marriage seasons (Ũthoni). Periods of drought or abundant rainfall. Livestock breeding cycles. These natural cycles formed a practical calendar that guided social, economic, and cultural activities throughout the year. Environmental Indicators\nFlowering of specific trees and plants.",
+    "Emergence of insects and termites. Migration and behavior of birds. Movement and behavior of wild animals. Wind direction and intensity. Cloud formations. Changes in river water levels. Appearance of dew and mist. Position of the sun, moon, and stars. Certain birds and insects are traditionally believed to signal the approach of rain or seasonal changes. Similarly, unusual animal behavior may indicate drought, rainfall, or environmental disturbances. Agricultural Indicators\nFarmers track time through crop development stages such as:\nAnimals (nyamũ) also feature prominently in metaphorical language. In oral narratives (ng’ano), animals often represent particular human qualities:\nLions (ndũĩ) symbolize courage (ũgima) and strength. Hyenas (mbweha) may symbolize greed, selfishness, or dishonesty. Squirrels often represent cleverness and intelligence. Monkeys (nkima) may symbolize playfulness or mischief. Birds (nyoni) may symbolize freedom, wisdom, warning, or foresight.",
+    "Environmental conservation\nLeadership (ũthamaki)\nFamily relations (ũrata bwa mũcii)\nImportant Natural Features (Indo cia Kĩrĩra)\nThe most significant natural feature is Kĩrĩnyaga (Mount Kenya), which occupies an important place in Embu cultural and spiritual life. Traditionally, prayers (mahoya) were often directed toward Kĩrĩnyaga because it was regarded as the dwelling place of Ngai. Other important natural features include:\nRivers (njũũĩ)\nSprings (nthĩĩna cia maaĩ)\nWetlands\nForests (mĩrĩma ya mĩtĩ)\nHills (irĩma)\nSacred caves (makurungu ma kĩrĩra)\nExamples of culturally important caves include:\nĨkurungu rĩa Cagaca\nNgurunga ya Karĩrĩo\nĨkurungu rĩa Icongi\nMakurungu ma Kamūtuangako\nUnderstanding Seasons\nSeasons are primarily understood through agricultural (ūrĩmi) and environmental cycles rather than fixed calendar dates. Important seasonal periods include:\nRainy seasons for planting. Crop-growing periods. Harvest seasons. Dry seasons. These seasonal cycles influence farming activities, food availability, ceremonies (mĩthĩrĩgo), and communal work such as ĩrĩma.",
+    "Conservation Practices\nTraditional conservation practices are based on the belief that natural resources (indo cia kĩrĩra) must be used responsibly for the benefit of present and future generations. Conservation measures traditionally include:\nProtecting sacred forests. Conserving water sources (nthĩĩna cia maaĩ). Restricting unnecessary tree cutting. Preserving medicinal plants (mĩtĩ ya ndawa). Protecting important wildlife habitats. Observing rules governing the use of sacred sites."
+  ],
+  "livelihoods": [
+    ""
+  ]
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+"Kiembu,English"
+"Akua utune ta nguku,He has died innocently like the red-beaked, red-crested bird."
+"Cia mucii ti como,Family matters are not exposed to everyone."
+"Gucura kwa yage tikuo gutwika,The heavy hanging of the fruit does not mean it will fall from the tree."
+"Guoya niyo yengivirie ngoyo,Fear caused the increase number of “ngoyo” birds."
+"Gutiri muthamaki utagutagwa,There is no king who is not gossiped about."
+"Gutiri muthenya ukecaga ta wingi,No day dawns like another."
+"Gutiri mwii na mucuthiriria,There is no difference between a thief and his accomplice."
+"Gutiri nthitho ya mundu umwe,There is no secret of one person."
+"Gutiri undu utari kiambiriria kiaguo,Everything has its origin."
+"Gutiri utuku utakecaga,Every night dawns to day."
+"Gikaro kimwe gitiocagwa mbui,One cannot collect feathers from one place."
+"Ikirega kuura igwatagia rukungi,When the rain fails to pour, it blames the wind."
+"Imenyagwa yari iria yakua,It is when the cow dies that you realize it provided milk."
+"Iri ngure ndici iriuko,When chased suddenly from the watering hole by an enemy, it does not remember its regular crossing."
+"Kanua werire,Mouth you bite yourself."
+"Kanya gatuneni mwamukaniro,A gourd gets smooth because of being passed around by many hands."
+"Kanyiri kainagua ni mwene,A tail feather can only be waved by its owner."
+"Kari guoya kenukire ng’ina; kari urume kenukirie ng’ina ruvara,The coward ran back to his mother; the brave one went back to her with scratches."
+"Kathunya ka mwana munyi kauragira njarari,A child loses his treasured item as he holds it in his hand."
+"Kavuthia kavarurukirie mwatu,Assuming causes the ruins of the beehive."
+"Kiara kimwe gitiuragaga ndaa,One finger cannot crush a louse."
+"Kienjagwa uria mwene akwenda,The head is shaved as the owner wishes."
+"Kiguuta kigwatagia muro,A lazy worker blames his tools."
+"Kindu kioneku gitiikagirwa muvuthia,What is available to you should not be taken for granted."
+"Kiratu gitumagwa na ikinyo ria mwene,The shoe is fitted according to the size of the wearer."
+"Kirema arume nikigariure,Nothing is impossible to men."
+"Kirimu ni ta mwatu,A fool is like a beehive."
+"Kironda kia mwene gitinungaga,One’s own wound does not smell."
+"Kivoto kiunaga uta mutunge,A just answer breaks a set bow."
+"Kunuva gutiricagwa,Selfishness cannot be eaten."
+"Kuria muno ni kuoria nda,Gluttony rots the stomach."
+"Kurivwa nai gukirite gutavwa,Better to be paid in bits, than let your assets be taken away from you."
+"Kuthekua ti kwendwa,To be smiled at is not to be loved."
+"Kuthii gutigiragia mundu acoka,Departure does not prevent one from returning."
+"Kuthii mbere ti gutava,Arriving ahead does not mean success in the raid."
+"Kuuga na gwika,Say it and do it."
+"Kwaria wega gukirite kuvecana,Speaking well is better than offering gifts."
+"Ma ndikucaga,Truth never dies."
+"Mbiti ndithinjagirwa kairi,No hyena deserves to be entertained twice."
+"Mbogo nyingi itiri nyama,A herd of buffaloes has no meat."
+"Mburia ithwire mai mayo,A rhino hates the sight of its faeces."
+"Mburia kiara ivuragia kaviu ga kumithinja,The finger teases the knife which will slaughter it."
+"Mucera na mukundu akundukaga taguo,Anyone who associates with a bad person also becomes bad."
+"Muketha utuku ndaici kinoru,One who harvests at night does not know the healthy millet."
+"Mundu mugo ndari ngumo kwao,A medicineman has no fame in his home."
+"Muria na kavaca namenyaga muria na njara nuravia,The one who eats with a spoon does not know the one using fingers is burning."
+"Muria weka akucaga weka,One who eats alone dies alone."
+"Murimi tiwe uricaga,The one who tends the crop is not the one who consumes."
+"Murimia ndari karo gatuvu,One who tills the land does not consider any hoe as blunt."
+"Murume wa aka airi ndathekaga,The husband of two wives does not laugh."
+"Muthii eci kuria aumite, nwati ndeci kuria athiite,The traveler knows where he is coming from, not where he is going."
+"Muthii ndaumbikaga irigu,The traveler does not bury his banana in the fire."
+"Mutinu nduri njamba,Misfortune knows no hero."
+"Muvoi ndauragia gukathima,A beggar does not need to extract fats from meat."
+"Muuri ari njira yake,One who is bound to stray follows a defined path."
+"Mwakiriria nyungu igiri imwe nirunguraga,One who cooks two pots never fails to burn one."
+"Mwana muugi ndari muvere wa ndeto,An intelligent child does not have to be instructed in too many words."
+"Mwana ni toria wingi,All children are of similar value."
+"Mwana uri matu aricaga matu make,An obedient child benefits from his obedience."
+"Mwere mwega umenyagwa na ngetho,A good millet crop is known by its yields."
+"Mwetereri ndanogaga,One who waits does not tire."
+"Nauma kia makanga nathii kia macikari,I have come from an unruly situation to one of extreme rules and order."
+"Ndinakworota ni kara keveta,I have not pointed at you; it's my finger which bent."
+"Ndiocagwa na mata ta nthua,You cannot trap me with saliva the way you do a flea."
+"Ndugacuke ithiga wikarire manji,Do not gossip or plan evil about a rock when you are sitting in water."
+"Ndukagurwe ni nja mwaro,Do not be attracted by the outward appearance of a homestead."
+"Ndukanatheke nthongo ndunavitia kumigia,Do not laugh at a mono-eye because you can become one."
+"Ndutecagwa utemukandie,The bone is only thrown away after it is cracked to reach the marrow."
+"Ngi imwe yoragia muthuri,One fly spoils the soup."
+"Ngiariria kiri nthi wana kiri itara nikiregua,When I speak to the one below, even the one in the rafter hears."
+"Ngingo ndikiraga kiongo,The neck does not go above the head."
+"Ngomi ndivagia mwatu,The chisel does not damage the beehive."
+"Ngwaci ya mwana wene niyo ivoragia mwaki,The sweet potato of another’s child is the one used to put off the fire."
+"Ngwiririria rwitiki, kienyu kiri munengerwa,I long to eat the crumbs; the bigger chunk belongs to another."
+"Nigitu na ndumo,The calabash/gourd is leaking."
+"Nikava kumenwa kuri kuthiganwa,You would rather be disliked naturally than to be judged."
+"Njamba ti ikere,Do not judge a warrior by the strength of his muscles."
+"Njara nyingi imenanagira nyunguri,Many hands disagree when at the cooking pot."
+"Njira ndikanagia muthii,The path does not stop the walker from making the journey."
+"Njira ndivurukagia mugendi,The footpath does not offer rest to the sojourner."
+"Nthucira ndithiraga mauru,The inspection of a beehive never lacks disagreements."
+"Nyungu ithekaga rugio,The pot laughs at the half calabash."
+"Riua ritietagiririra muthii,The sun does not wait for the traveler."
+"Ruku ruri itara ruthekaga ruri riko,The firewood in the rafters laughs at the one in the fire."
+"Runji rutwaraga mbutia,A river drowns even the best swimmer."
+"Rurigi rwetagiriria mukwa,A string waits to become a rope."
+"Toro ndiri murata,Sleep has no friend."
+"Ugaciara ngiongagia,You will give birth as I breastfeed."
+"Ukonjagwa uri mwigu,A stick is shaped when it is green."
+"Ungiona gacau ka ngia kari na mata mugongo niko gecunite,If you see an orphan calf with saliva on the back, it has licked itself."
+"Urimu ni gara,Foolishness makes one drag behind and not see ahead."
+"Utenderu uri nja nducicagwa,A slippery doorstep cannot be avoided."
+"Uthingu ukirite utonga,Being virtuous is better than being rich."
+"Utuku ndutumagwa nguo,One does not mend clothes in the dark."
+"Wanaruona wanarumenya,One who has seen has knowledge."
+"Wona kene ritho konoko; wona gaku ritho cioko,When you see someone’s items, your eyes pop out; when you see your items they do not."
+"Yaciara mathatha yongagia tuonthe,When it delivers twins, it breastfeeds both."
+"Yakuura yuraga ikianagirua,A goat bound to stray will do so even when its herder is calling it back."
+"Yura riria yugi riricaga yura riria iritu,The clever hunger feeds on the foolish hungers."
+"Aka aìrì ni nyŭngŭ igìrì cia ŭrogi,Two wives are two pots of witchcraft."
+"Kìgwa gìgìkŭra gìcokagia mŭrìo gìtina,As sugarcane grows older, its sweetness flows to the bottom."
+"Mwari mwega nì magambo,A beautiful young woman is trouble."
+"Mwere mwega ŭmenyagwa na maketha,A good millet plant is distinguished by the harvest."
+"Ndìa nyama ndìcumìkagua na nyama,A carnivore is not let to salivate with meat."
+"Aka nì njŭkì,Women are bees."
+"Ŭcio nì watwuìkire kìere kìa njìrarì,That one has become a millet plant of the road."
+"Mwere wa mŭka kìgŭta ŭvŭragwa gakinda kamwe,The millet harvest of a lazy woman has only one bundle to thresh."
+"Mŭndŭmŭka nìke mŭciì,The wife is the home."
+"Mŭndŭmŭrŭme nìke gìtugì kia mŭciì,The man is the pillar of the home."
+"Arŭme nì ngŭ ciotanaga,Men are firewood that warms each other."
+"Mŭndŭrŭme nì mŭgambo,A man is the voice."
+"Mŭciari nì mŭciari,A parent is a parent."
+"Mŭciari ndarì ngoro na kìmira kìa mwana wake,A parent does not get nauseated by the mucous of his/her child."
+"Mŭtì ŭrŭngagwa wì mwìthì,A tree is straightened up while still young."
+"Njokoma mbaro yumaga ìkŭrìrorì,A good club is determined right from its base."
+"Kaviŭ gatemaga mŭnori,A knife cuts the one who sharpens it."
+"Icoya rìthekaga mwagaŭ,A green banana leaf laughs at the dry one."
+"Ngima yumaga muturì,Ugali comes from flour."
+"Kìa mŭndŭmŭka gìtìkagua gwakìa,A woman’s word can only be believed at dawn."
+"Gìkŭrŭ kìega nwa ndigŭ,The only good old thing is a banana."
+"Kaŭgì ta ìthe karitu ta ngina,Intelligent like the father, foolish like the mother."
+"Rwì ìtara rŭthekaga rwì riko,The one in the wait laughs at the one already on fire."
+"Gŭtirì ìì kavìcì ìtarigagwa kiongo,There is none who has a boy that does not roast a head."
+"Ngingo ndìkìrŭkaga kìongo,The neck can never surpass the head."
+"Mŭndŭmŭka ndarì kwao,A woman has nowhere to call home."
+"Gutirì kanini kareìgeria nguo,There is none who is small once she fits herself with clothes."
+"Gŭtirì wonaga njaga ya ngina nwa ya ngina mŭnini,None sees the nakedness of the mother but of the stepmother."
+"Ng’ombe ndìkŭraga kìgori,A cow never grows old on the liver."
+"Mŭndŭmŭka ndamenyagìrwa,You never know with a woman."
+"Mwarì mŭtune ndarìvaga ngari nwa makanga acokagìria ngantho,A brown woman does not pay bus fare; she only thanks the tout."
+"Ngina wa ndŭrŭme ndarì mŭkia,The mother of a ram has no tail."
+"Gŭtìrì mŭndŭmŭrŭme na kavìcì,There is no man and a little uncircumcised boy."
+"Njamba tì ikere,A hero is not determined by the size of his calves."
+"Mŭndŭmŭrŭme tì kavìcì,A man is not a little uncircumcised boy."
+"Gŭtirì njamba ya mwera ŭmwe,There is no cock of one hen."
+"Gŭtirì nginyanthì ìtarì mŭtegi,There is none that steps on the ground that has no trapper."
+"Gŭtirì ngoma ìtarì mwovi,There is no insanity without someone to control it."
+"Mwana muciare ndatecagwa,An already born child is never discarded."
+"Ivìcì itithiììcaga ŭthoni,The uncircumcised do not go to dowry negotiation."
+"Mwana mŭgì ndarì mìvere ya ndeto,A wise child gets meaning easily."
+"Mwana wì kìo ndagaga mŭthambia,A hardworking child does not lack someone to bathe him."
+"Mŭrega akìathwa ndaregaga agìkŭnjwa,One who refuses to be directed does not refuse to be folded."
+"Mwarì mwaro avìtŭkagìrìra thome ya ngìa,A beautiful lady passes by the threshold of the poor."
+"Mŭndŭmŭka mwaro nì mìtugo tì ŭthaka,A good wife is character not beauty."
+"Mŭgŭnda wa mwimwa ni iirì nìguo wì matunda maaro,The farm of the barren is the one with sweet fruits."
+"Mwongia wa mbere acokagìrìrwa na methori,One returns to the first wife in tears."
+"Mŭthuri nìkŭthuranìra maŭndŭ na mŭtumia nì gŭtumìria maŭndŭ,A man plans and organizes while a woman perseveres and remains silent."
+"Mbere ya arŭme ndìrì mwene,The front of men is not owned."
+"Ndìrì ìvŭragwa nì mŭtì wayo,A mortar is best hit by its own pestle."
+"Ngemi ciumaga na muciìì,Ululation comes from home (charity begins at home)."
+"Canga na ndaki warita unue kŭgŭrŭ,Wander around villages and break your leg if foolish."