Matsigenka language that you can put into practice

The Matsigenka is a Peruvian ethnic group. An indigenous or native people belonging to the Arawak language family.
By revaluing a language we are also conserving a whole way of seeing the world. Here we share 10 Matsigenka words that have deep meaning and reflect the culture of the people.

Kanaroagantsi - Hug tightly
Chapinienkatagantsi - Start to get dark
Poreagantsi - Shine the sun
Itínkami - The spirit that gives life to the human being
Mampiro - The first light of day
Shinetagantsi - Be happy
Gotagashitagantsi - Have an original idea
Mechotagantsi, mechotakotagantsi - Giving birth
Ariotake - The right time has come
Shiteatagantsi - Walking in the water by the shore

Extra words:

Kavakavatagantsi - Laugh out loud
Kusogamáneri - Resistant to death

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