/aˈbɛɡ/
Definition:
ABEG is a commonly used informal Nigerian Pidgin English phrase derived from “I beg.” It is used as an expression of request, plea, or appeal, often to ask for something politely or to emphasize a point.
Synonyms: Please, kindly, I beg you.
Antonyms: Demand, command, insist.
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Usage Examples:
- Formal: ABEG where you dey go?
- Informal: ABEG leave me.
- Idiomatic: ABEG, no fall my hand. (Please, don’t embarrass or disappoint me.)
Cultural Context:
- Origin: The word “ABEG” originates from the English phrase “I beg.” It was first recorded during the colonial era and has since evolved into a staple expression in Nigerian Pidgin English.
- Regional Usage: In Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, “ABEG” is widely used in everyday conversations among people of all ages. It can vary in meaning based on context, tone, and regional dialects.
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Bros, Abeg no dey worry me!