/ˈkʌn.dʒi/
Definition:
CONJI is a popular Nigerian Pidgin slang used to describe a state of sexual frustration or being sex-starved. It refers to the intense desire for sexual intimacy, often expressed with humor, exaggeration, or sarcasm in casual conversation. The term is used informally and is not appropriate in formal writing or professional settings.
- Synonyms: “Horny”, “Sexually frustrated”, “Heat” (slang)
- Antonyms: “Satisfied”, “Not interested”, “Celibate”
Hear how native speakers pronounce CONJI in the video below.
Usage Examples:
- Informal: “Since bae travel, CONJI just dey hold me like police.”
- Formal: “The word ‘CONJI’ is a colloquial term in Nigerian Pidgin that expresses sexual longing or deprivation.”
- Idiomatic: “If CONJI catch you, your sense go reduce!” (Sexual frustration clouds judgment)
Cultural Context:
Origin:
The word CONJI does not have a clear etymological origin, but it is believed to have emerged from Nigerian youth slang in urban centers. Over time, it evolved into a mainstream pidgin expression used across social classes, especially among young people. The term might have been derived or adapted from English phonetics, possibly a play on “hunger” or “urge,” shaped by the street lingo culture that dominates Nigerian urban life.
CONJI began gaining popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s when Nigerian entertainment—especially music and movies—started reflecting more informal speech patterns, making the word common in lyrics and casual banter.
Regional Usage:
While CONJI is used nationwide in Nigeria, it’s especially prevalent in urban areas like Lagos, Port Harcourt, Abuja, Benin, and Ibadan, where street slang and pidgin English are heavily spoken and influence daily conversation. The word is also recognized among Nigerian communities abroad, especially in diasporic pop culture discussions, memes, and social media posts.
In comedy skits and street culture, CONJI is a go-to term to create relatable humor around romantic and sexual frustration—making it a staple in Nigerian online content.
When last CONJI hold you? Drop your experience or create a funny sentence with “CONJI” in the comments. No shame zone—na everybody e dey visit! Let’s gist!