Recently, the Lingala word “Mundele”, meaning white people in lingala, has become a hot topic of discussion and debate, especially on social media platforms like Instagram. The etymological origins of “Mundele” are still under debate. The controversy began when someone posted that the word derives from the French term “Modèle” (meaning “model”). This individual, who […]
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Vocabulary in Lingala
A Unique Method to Read Time in Lingala
As most people in Africa, the Congolese people used to express time based on the sun’s position throughout the day. They divided the day into segments. Each of the segments were associated with a particular event of the day. Today, the way people read time in Lingala has changed but is still unique. In this […]
7 great pros of a Lingala online dictionary
From paper to Lingala online dictionary Lingala is a Bantu language spoken in parts of Angola, the Republic of Congo, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Over the years, the language has seen significant growth and improvement in recent years. With the development of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation, the need for comprehensive language resources […]
How to count in Lingala from 0 to millions: a powerful step-by-step guide
Last update 31st Dec 2024 While Lingala numbers exist, most speakers use French numbers, inherited from the formers rulers’ language. Most people are able to count up to ten at most and don’t know how to count in Lingala. Then, a lot of them struggle to count beyond. A few people don’t even know that […]
9 Incredible tips to better vocabulary in Lingala
Developing your vocabulary in Lingala plays an important role when learning the language or improving your skills. It enhances the way you understand native speakers, and increase your confidence when speaking or writing. You will be communicating more effectively.The best way to improve your “bank of words” is to immerse yourself in a Lingala speaking […]