What does Dakwa mean?

Slang for a small lie or fib, often used humorously. (Origin: Sudanese Arabic) For example: "“Don’t give me **dakwa**, I know you ate the last piece of cake!”"

Where does the slang word Dakwa come from?

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

What are other meanings of Dakwa?

Dakwa can also mean: Luhma muqaddada (Dried meat)

Dakwa

🇸🇩 Sudan Slang

Added Jul 16, 2025 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Dakwa definition 1

Slang for a small lie or fib, often used humorously. (Origin: Sudanese Arabic)

"“Don’t give me **dakwa**, I know you ate the last piece of cake!”"

by KASINARY Admin Elder · Jul 16, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Dakwa definition 2

Luhma muqaddada (Dried meat)

"Jibt dakwa min al suq (I brought dried meat from market)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇸🇩 Sudan
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: July 2025

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