What does Imbere mean?

Imbere (Forward/progress) For example: "Tugenda imbere (We're moving forward)"

Where does the slang word Imbere come from?

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

Imbere

🇧🇮 Burundi Slang

Added Aug 06, 2025 · 1 definition

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Imbere definition 1

Imbere (Forward/progress)

"Tugenda imbere (We're moving forward)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 06, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇧🇮 Burundi
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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