What does Kènè ya (Maninka) mean?

Bonne santé (Good health) For example: "Je te souhaite kènè ya. (I wish you good health.)"

Where does the slang word Kènè ya (Maninka) come from?

Kènè ya (Maninka) is a slang term from Guinea. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Guinea and across Africa.

Kènè ya (Maninka)

🇬🇳 Guinea Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Kènè ya (Maninka) definition 1

Bonne santé (Good health)

"Je te souhaite kènè ya. (I wish you good health.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇬🇳 Guinea
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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