What does Born-town mean?

Refers to South Sudanese who were born in town (in Juba or overseas) as opposed to those who grew up in villages For example: "She speaks good English, she's a born-town. (She speaks good English, she's city-born.)"

Where does the slang word Born-town come from?

Born-town is a slang term from South Sudan. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in South Sudan and across Africa.

Born-town

🇸🇸 South Sudan Slang

Added Aug 03, 2025 · 1 definition

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Born-town definition 1

Refers to South Sudanese who were born in town (in Juba or overseas) as opposed to those who grew up in villages

"She speaks good English, she's a born-town. (She speaks good English, she's city-born.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 03, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇸🇸 South Sudan
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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