What does Casse-tête chinois mean?

Problème compliqué (Complicated problem) For example: "Cette affaire est un casse-tête chinois (This matter is a complicated problem)"

Where does the slang word Casse-tête chinois come from?

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

Casse-tête chinois

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire Slang

Added August 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Casse-tête chinois

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Problème compliqué (Complicated problem)

"Cette affaire est un casse-tête chinois (This matter is a complicated problem)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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🇨🇮 About Côte d'Ivoire Slang

Casse-tête chinois 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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