Siblings
In Lango culture, siblings have unique bonds that are often expressed through special nicknames and slangs. These terms can convey affection, rivalry, teasing, and the deep connections that define sibling relationships.
For examples;-
| Lango | English | Meaning |
| Akolo | Troublemaker | A person who creates problems or difficulties involving other people. |
| Akemo | Bad-tempered | A person who easily gets annoyed or angered. |
| Adwong-pacu | Headman | A man who is in charge or head of the family. |
| Nyampala, atela | Leader | A person who supervises in the family. |
| Anii | Rumormonger | A person who spreads rumours. |
| Apidi | Babysitter | A person who looks after a child or children while the parents are away. |
| Anebi | Prophet | Is someone who delivers messages of guidance or warning, someone who can foretell the future. |
| Aram | Corrupt, dishonest | Is someone who acts in a way that is deceitful or false. |
| Abarwic | Headache person | A person who annoys or bothers people. |
| Arima, aworo | Glutton, greedy,mean | A person who eats and drinks excessively. |
| Awaka | Braggart | Is someone who boasts and talks excessively. |
| Atyet | Sorcerer | Is a person who claims or is believed to have magic powers. |
| Ayilo | Stubborn | A playful nickname for a sibling known for getting into mischief or causing harmless trouble, reflecting the teasing nature of many sibling relationships. |
| Atin | Child, baby | Often used affectionately for younger siblings, highlighting their role within the family hierarchy. |
| Apwony | Teacher | For a sibling who often takes on the role of the advisor or mentor, guiding their brothers or sisters through life's challenges. |
| Rwot | Chief, leader | Sometimes used for the eldest sibling or one who naturally takes charge, overseeing and protecting their siblings. |
| Agoba | Liar | Is someone who doesn't tell the truth. |
| Agado, lion, mony | Glutton | A person who eats like a glutton, gormand. |
| Idwali | Betrayer | Is someone who reveals confidential information. |
| Adwanya, aruca | Confuser | Someone who gives wrong information, confuses, twists. |
| Akeng | Absentee | Is someone who always does not show up when she is supposed to. |
| Akeo | Carnivor, meat eater | Is someone who likes only meat. |
| Anyaka, awobi | Girl, boy | These terms might be affectionately used for younger sisters and brothers, respectively, denoting their gender along with a sense of care and protection. |
| Acilo | Playfully used for the sibling who was always getting dirty as a child, indicative of their adventurous spirit or perhaps their love for playing outside. |
The actual use and meaning of these nicknames can vary greatly among different families and over time, adapting to the evolving nature of sibling relationships.