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This study examines cultural and linguisticphenomena inthe traditional expression of Wolio people called Onina Manga Mancuana Onina Mangenge (OMMM)" the ancestor’s wise words". The results of a literature review showed that OMMM not been documented and studied scientifically well. Therefore, this study is very important because it explains the linguistic characteristic of OMMM shape and cultural values that become way of life of Wolio people. In addition, this study is very important for the preservation of oral traditions associated with an ethnicity that can provide positive benefits for developmentin the field of mental or character.