Yakala
/ yah-kah-LAH /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇨🇩 DR Congo
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Loving
Meaning & Etymology
One who is loved
One who is loved
Etymology
From the Lega word yakala meaning loved one.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantu > Lega
Cultural context
Emphasizes the importance of love and affection in Lega society.
Symbolism
Represents affection and companionship.