What does Igihombo mean?

Igihombo (Fine/penalty) For example: "Yishyuye igihombo (He paid the fine)"

Where does the slang word Igihombo come from?

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

What are other meanings of Igihombo?

Igihombo can also mean: Igihombo (Loss)

Igihombo

🇧🇮 Burundi Slang

Added Aug 06, 2025 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Igihombo definition 1

Igihombo (Fine/penalty)

"Yishyuye igihombo (He paid the fine)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 06, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Igihombo definition 2

Igihombo (Loss)

"Yagize igihombo kinini (He had a big loss)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 06, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇧🇮 Burundi
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: August 2025

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