Borga definition 1
Same as **Bogga** (someone returning from abroad, often showing off).
Borga definition 2
Originally meant a Ghanaian who has been abroad (from 'Hamburg' mispronounced). Now borga refers to someone who returns from overseas or anyone perceived to have foreign-earned money. It can also mean any big spender.
"Kwesi came back from London chopping dollars – he's living like a borga now. (Meaning: Kwesi returned from London spending freely – he's living like an overseas big-shot now.)"
Borga definition 3
Person wey dey abroad/Overseas returnee (Someone living abroad)
"My brother be borga, he dey UK (My brother lives abroad, he's in UK)"
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An exclamation of surprise or admiration, equivalent to 'Wow!' or 'No way!'. It's said that bora in STP is like the Brazilian 'oxente' – expressing astonishment
"Bora! Você fala português de São Tomé mesmo! (Wow! You really speak São Tomean Portuguese!)"
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