Pronunciation: (Ah-Beg) Meaning: Please Origin: It’s not clear where this word originated from, but it’s mostly likely from Nigerian streets. This word is also very commonly used in Ghana as well. Some other parts of West Africa and Cameroon also adopted this word. Sentence: Abeg give me water.Read More
Pronunciation: (A-Ka-Ra) Meaning: A form of beans cake; a popular dish in many West African countries which comprises of fried grounded beans paste Origin: This word originated from the streets of Nigeria and is commonly used in the country. Sentence: I ate Akara for breakfast.Read More
Pronunciation: (Shop) Meaning: To eat or to feed Origin: This word has its origin from the streets of Nigeria and has become popular across many English-speaking parts of west Africa including some French speaking parts too. Sentence: I like to Chop bread.Read More
Pronunciation: (Doh-Doh) Meaning: Fried plantain Origin: This is a popular delicacy in Nigeria. This is cut-up plantain fried in oil. It’s usually a side dish on rice enjoyed by many Nigerians. This word was originating from the streets of Lagos, Nigeria and borrowed from the Yoruba language in the south western part of the country...Read More
Pronunciation: (Fuh-Fuh) Meaning: a common West African food served as a swallow with soup that is made from mashed cassava, yam, or plantain. Origin: This kind of cuisine is frequently referred to by this word in West Africa since it is a staple food for many people in the region. It goes by several names...Read More
Pronunciation: (Ju-Ju) Meaning: Witchcraft or voodoo Origin: This word has been in existence for a very long time and is widely used across West Africa where it originated from, as well as the world at large. Sentence: The native doctor made a Juju for him to take to work.Read More
Pronunciation: (Ken-Kay) Meaning: A popular dish in some parts of West Africa made from maize and eaten with a sauce and fried or roasted fish Origin: This word originated from the traditional dish of the Togolese people which has spread across western African countries. Sentence: Are eating your Kenke now or later?Read More
Pronunciation: (Mo-Yi-Mo-Yi) Meaning: A form of beans pie cooked in a pot. A popular delicacy in many West African countries Origin: This word originated in Nigeria and is commonly used to define this type of dish. Sentence: The lady’s Moi-moi is superb!Read More
Pronunciation: (Muh-Muh) Meaning: A foolish person, an idiot, a simpleton Origin: The origin of this word could be disputed between Nigeria and Ghana. But it’s possible to have had it’s roots from the streets of Nigeria. This word is well used in both countries and in some other West African countries including Cameroon. Sentence: Look...Read More
Pronunciation: (O-YIN-BO) Meaning: A white man, a white foreigner Origin: This word originated from the streets of Lagos, Nigeria. This word is taken from the Yoruba language and has the same meaning. This word is also used in Ghana and some parts of Cameroon. Sentence: The Oyinbo man is coming to our school next week.Read More
