What does Bantu roots mean?

Raízes bantu (Bantu roots) For example: "Orgulho das Bantu roots (Pride in Bantu roots)"

Where does the slang word Bantu roots come from?

Bantu roots is a slang term from Mozambique. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Mozambique and across Africa.

Bantu roots

🇲🇿 Mozambique Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Raízes bantu (Bantu roots)

"Orgulho das Bantu roots (Pride in Bantu roots)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇿 Mozambique
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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