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Slang words used widely in Nigeria. Pages in category "Nigerian slang" The following 9 pages are in this category, out of 9 total.
Japa (/ j ɑː k p ə /) is a Yoruba language word used as a Nigerian slang term that has gained widespread usage among Nigerian youths. [1] [2] The term is used to describe the act of escaping, fleeing, or disappearing quickly from a situation, often in a hasty and urgent manner.
Sapa (/ s ɑː k p ə /) is a Nigerian slang term that has gained prominence in recent years, particularly among young Nigerians. It is used to describe a state of financial incapacity or extreme poverty, often resulting from excessive spending and poor financial management. [1] It was eventually added to the Urban Dictionary in 2020. [2] [3] [4]
They also appear in the sales language for Tiffany & Co. and in social media posts from Wendy's. For their cultural relevance, some slang terms have been added to Merriam-Webster.
Nigerian English, also known as Nigerian Standard English, is a variety of English spoken in Nigeria. [1] Based on British and American English, the dialect contains various loanwords and collocations from the native languages of Nigeria, due to the need to express concepts specific to the cultures of ethnic groups in the nation (e.g. senior wife).
Influence on Nigerian Media. Many online platforms and news outlets have sections dedicated to "gist", where they share the latest news, rumours, and gossip. This reflects the cultural importance of "gist" in Nigeria, where it serves as a means of communication and information dissemination. Influence on Nigerian Literature
Aza is a Nigerian slang term that refers to bank account digits, specifically the account number. [1] When someone in Nigeria uses the term "Aza," they are requesting the account number from another person, usually with the intention of sending money to that account.
In recent years, Oxford Dictionary's word of the year has leaned into Gen Z and Gen Alpha internet slang, as the term "goblin mode" won Oxford's word of the year in 2022, while "rizz" won in 2023 ...