What does Chobo mean?

To eat money (embezzle) For example: "He chobo all the project money"

Where does the slang word Chobo come from?

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

What are other meanings of Chobo?

Chobo can also mean: Persona tacaña (Stingy person); Money/Cash (Money - street term)

Chobo

🇬🇭 Ghana Slang

Added August 02, 2025 · 3 definitions

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Chobo

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To eat money (embezzle)

"He chobo all the project money"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 02, 2025

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Chobo — definition 2

Persona tacaña (Stingy person)

"No seas chobo, invita algo. (Don't be stingy, buy something.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 09, 2025

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Chobo — definition 3

Money/Cash (Money - street term)

"Guy man, drop some chobo (Guy, give me some money)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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🇬🇭 About Ghana Slang

Chobo is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Ghana. Ghana 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 1934 Ghana slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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