The author/psychologist of Stop Arguing, Start Talking, Susan Quilliam interprets this communication as seeking support and assistance from each other's experiences.
Self-styled relationship counsellor senga Nalukenge of Makindye agrees. "Watch and listen to two women talk. They often use the words like mu butuffu or kwelikweli (really) for emphasis.
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