Grin definition 1
In Mali, a 'grin' is a youth social circle or hangout group, typically young men who gather regularly (often to brew Chinese green tea, chat, and chill). Grins are central to Malian urban youth culture for friendship and discussion.
"N wa ka sha ni grin soja jumen. (I'm going to drink tea with the boys in our grin this evening.)"
Grin definition 2
A tight-knit group of friends who hang out (often to drink tea and chat).
"“Chaque soir il va au **grin** du quartier pour bavarder et boire du thé attaya.” (“Every evening he goes to his neighborhood **friend group** to chat and drink attaya tea.”)"
Grin definition 3
Teriya sigida, yɔrɔ min na dɔgɔw bɛ to ka ataya min (Friends' gathering spot, where youth stay to drink tea)
"An ka grin bɛ dugujukɔrɔ, n'i b'a fɛ ka naa. (Our hangout spot is at the street corner, come if you want.)"
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- July 2025
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