What does Extra year mean?

Additional year because of failed courses (Additional year due to failed courses) For example: "E dey do extra year because of carry over (He's doing an extra year because of carry overs)"

Where does the slang word Extra year come from?

Extra year is a slang term from Nigeria. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Nigeria and across Africa.

Extra year

🇳🇬 Nigeria Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Extra year

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Additional year because of failed courses (Additional year due to failed courses)

"E dey do extra year because of carry over (He's doing an extra year because of carry overs)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇳🇬 About Nigeria Slang

Extra year is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Nigeria. Nigeria 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 1854 Nigeria slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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