Where does the slang word Dekoshon come from?

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

Dekoshon

Q: What are other meanings of Dekoshon?

Dekoshon can also mean: Literally “unhooking,” but used figuratively to mean a total mess or chaos.

🇸🇨 Seychelles Slang

Added Jul 27, 2025 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Dekoshon definition 1

Literally 'unhooking,' but used figuratively to mean a total mess or chaos. Used to describe disorganized situations

"En dekoshon! (What a mess!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 03, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Dekoshon definition 2

Literally “unhooking,” but used figuratively to mean a total mess or chaos.

"En dekoshon! (It was a total mess!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Jul 27, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇸🇨 Seychelles
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: July 2025

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