Hilichurlian Language Database

Utterance: Eleka mimi-a-Domu

Utterance

Eleka mimi-a-Domu

Words

mimi, domu, eleka, a

Speaker

Hilichurls

Translation

(no direct translation given; see context)

(Context)

Translation source

Hilichurl Ballad Selection, Volume 1

Context

The second song:
Eleka mimi-a-Domu
Mita domu-a-dada
La-la-la
La-la-la
Mimi mosi ye mita

The song is sung by hilichurls as they dance around totem poles.
In my estimation it is some form of tribal hymn. It has an upbeat tone and is usually heard during festivals.

Source

Book: Hilichurl Ballad Selection