Imama (Turban) For example: "Labis imma kbira (He's wearing a big turban)"

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

Imma

🇸🇩 Sudan Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Imama (Turban)

"Labis imma kbira (He's wearing a big turban)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇸🇩 Sudan
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

↻ Similar Words

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🇸🇩 About Sudan Slang

Sudan slang captures the everyday language, street expressions, and cultural vocabulary of its people.

KASINARY has 1947 Sudan slang words collected from native speakers.

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