What does Chiner mean?

Chercher les bonnes affaires (Hunt for bargains) For example: "On va chiner à Dantokpa (On va chercher les bonnes affaires à Dantokpa/Let's bargain hunt at Dantokpa)"

Where does the slang word Chiner come from?

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

Chiner

🇧🇯 Benin Slang

Added August 05, 2025 · 1 definition

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Chiner

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Chercher les bonnes affaires (Hunt for bargains)

"On va chiner à Dantokpa (On va chercher les bonnes affaires à Dantokpa/Let's bargain hunt at Dantokpa)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 05, 2025

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🇧🇯 About Benin Slang

Chiner is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Benin. Benin 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 1387 Benin slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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