What does Agbaya mean?

Grand frère respecté (Respected big brother) For example: "L'agbaya du quartier (The neighborhood's big brother)"

Where does the slang word Agbaya come from?

Agbaya is a slang term from Côte d'Ivoire. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Côte d'Ivoire and across Africa.

Agbaya

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Agbaya definition 1

Grand frère respecté (Respected big brother)

"L'agbaya du quartier (The neighborhood's big brother)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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