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Definitions of "Gunguru mara"



1. Gunguru mara


English Translation

God Almighty


Definition

It is used in reference to God Almighty. Its etymology can be traced to the Amharic language spoken by the Amharas of Ethiopia. It is used in the Iyaric dialect of Jamaican Patois commonly spoken by Rastas.


Example Sentences

Patois: Whollan faith still, Gunguru mara haa control ova everyting
English: Hold unto faith still, God Almighty has control over everything.




posted by CongoKalungaGangalee on January 27, 2016