10 slangs only a Nigerian can understand [Pulse List]
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- 28 Apr 2023
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These slangs would be hard to explain to a non-Nigerian.
Every country has unique traditions as well as slangs, which are spoken throughout the country.
In Nigeria, there are slangs unique to secondary schools, university life, and even regions of the country.
Foreigners might have a hard time understanding these slangs and locals might have a hard time explaining them. Here are a few of the slangs unique to Nigeria street life.
1. Ehen!
This exclamation has different interpretations, depending on the context in which it was used. It could mean "I get it", "and so?" "yes", "okay", "continue", "as i was saying", "that reminds me", etc.
2. Jara
Jara is a noun derived from the Yoruba language and it means to add extra or give a freebie after something has already been bought or paid for, at the seller's discretion. E.g. "Please add jara".
3. Osha pra pra
This salutation is used when one is praising another, which is loosely translated to mean "you are dope!". It is mostly used in the street to hail/greet a friend or acquaintance who is passing by.
4. Ajebutter
Ajebutter, ajebo, 'bota' or 'botti', simply refers to one who is born with a silver spoon. It can be loosely translated to mean "bourgeoisie". E.g. "That babe is an ajebutter". Read More…
