As researchers and enthusiasts continue to investigate the meaning of Leikai Eteima Mathu Nabagi Wari, some have begun to speculate about the "work" associated with it. This work refers to the efforts of individuals or groups who are actively engaged in deciphering the phrase.
: This is one of the most delightful words in the phrase. "Wari" simply means "tale," "story," or "folktale" in Manipuri. It is a word that evokes the cherished tradition of Phunga Wari , or "fireside stories," where families would gather around the fireplace in the kitchen during the evenings to listen to elders narrate folk tales, myths, and legends. "Wari" is a thread that connects modern Manipuris to their ancestors' oral traditions.