Marshallese Chants: Examples with Translation

 Urging of women in times of war:

"Limaro pikpikir kolo eo, añin Jiitiam elutõk kolo. Lomelet to erooj to erooj kolo buñin koto melion."

Translation: "Women shake up the courage and Jitiam's (irooj of Majro) kolo (hard work) overflows. Lomelet begins to chant, and Melion moves like a strong wind" (Walsh 2012).

Navigation chant sung by WAM Director Alson Kelen:

Tattoing traditions & chants with translations:

Tattoing Ceremonies (traditions & chants)