Language and Communication Resources

Kenyan speak many languages. In Khwisero, you will mainly hear Kiluhya. Kiswahili, and English.

General Lanuage Resources

Language and Communication in Kenya

Kiluhya Resources

Kiluhya is the primary language in Khwisero, although you will also find villagers who speak Swahili and English. Here are some resources to brush up on your Luhya!

Here are some good starter phrases:

Basic Luhya Phrases

Luhya (English)
Mulembe (Peace; General Greeting)
Bushire (Good Morning)
Keshitare (Good Afternoon)

Bwakhera (Good Evening)
Oliomulamu (Are you fine?)
Oriena (How are you? Singular)
Murieena (How are you? Plural)
Ostitonga Hena (Where are you going?)
Obulayi Muno (Very Good)
Khukani Mukumba(See you tomorrow)
Khukani Khandi (See you soon)

Luhya Response (English)
Mulembe Muno (Good Peace)
Bushire Muno (Very good morning)
Namalayi Muno (Good Afternoon or I’m
fine)
Bwirire Muno (Good evening)
Endiomulamu (Yes, I’m fine)
Endiomulamu

Ostitonga engo(I’m going)

Wanga (Dialect of Luhya) - English dictionary