Traditional blouse (Traditional blouse) For example: "Buba and wrapper match (The blouse and wrapper match)"

Where does the slang word Buba come from?

Buba is a slang term from Nigeria. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Nigeria and across Africa.

Buba

🇳🇬 Nigeria Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Buba definition 1

Traditional blouse (Traditional blouse)

"Buba and wrapper match (The blouse and wrapper match)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇬 Nigeria
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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