What does Ingagi mean?

Inyamaswa idasanzwe (Special animal) For example: "Ingagi zo mu birunga. (Gorillas of the volcanoes.)"

Where does the slang word Ingagi come from?

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

Ingagi

🇷🇼 Rwanda Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Ingagi definition 1

Inyamaswa idasanzwe (Special animal)

"Ingagi zo mu birunga. (Gorillas of the volcanoes.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇷🇼 Rwanda
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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