What does Caïman mean?

Escroc, arnaqueur (Scammer, con artist) For example: "Fais attention, c'est un caïman (Be careful, he's a scammer)"

Where does the slang word Caïman come from?

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

What are other meanings of Caïman?

Caïman can also mean: Crocodile local (Local crocodile)

Caïman

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire Slang

Added August 10, 2025 · 2 definitions

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Caïman

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Escroc, arnaqueur (Scammer, con artist)

"Fais attention, c'est un caïman (Be careful, he's a scammer)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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Caïman — definition 2

Crocodile local (Local crocodile)

"Le caïman dans la rivière (The caiman in the river)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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🇨🇮 About Côte d'Ivoire Slang

Caïman is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Côte d'Ivoire. Côte d'Ivoire slang blends local languages, colonial influences, and street culture into a unique and expressive way of speaking that reflects the country's identity and history. Kasinary features 1498 Côte d'Ivoire slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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