What does Dekad-joog mean?

Port worker (one who stays at port) For example: "Waa dekad-joog khibrad leh (He's an experienced port worker)"

Where does the slang word Dekad-joog come from?

Dekad-joog is a slang term from Djibouti. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Djibouti and across Africa.

Dekad-joog

🇩🇯 Djibouti Slang

Added Aug 09, 2025 · 1 definition

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Dekad-joog definition 1

Port worker (one who stays at port)

"Waa dekad-joog khibrad leh (He's an experienced port worker)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 09, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇩🇯 Djibouti
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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