Nharangga Word
Wanyara
English Word
a very tall evil spirit or devil, greatly feared. He hides in the scrub and makes strange sounds
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Definition/Cultural Note
according to Egginton/Tindale, Wanyara was originally a Nukunu person. The dangerous image may have developed from the respectful fear of the Nukunu as law-keepers.
Extra Information
its not certain which is the correct way to say this word: Wanyara, Wanyira or Wanyura