What does Kaw-kaw mean?

Personne du nord/campagnard péjoratif (Person from north/country person - pejorative) For example: "Bul wax ni kaw-kaw (Don't talk like a country person)"

Where does the slang word Kaw-kaw come from?

Kaw-kaw is a slang term from Senegal. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Senegal and across Africa.

Kaw-kaw

🇸🇳 Senegal Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Kaw-kaw

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Personne du nord/campagnard péjoratif (Person from north/country person - pejorative)

"Bul wax ni kaw-kaw (Don't talk like a country person)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇸🇳 About Senegal Slang

Kaw-kaw is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Senegal. Senegal slang blends local languages, colonial influences, and street culture into a unique and expressive way of speaking that reflects the country's identity and history. Kasinary features 141 Senegal slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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