What does Kenema style mean?

Kenema way (Kenema style) For example: "Dat na Kenema style. (That's Kenema style.)"

Where does the slang word Kenema style come from?

Kenema style is a slang term from Sierra Leone. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Sierra Leone and across Africa.

Kenema style

🇸🇱 Sierra Leone Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Kenema style definition 1

Kenema way (Kenema style)

"Dat na Kenema style. (That's Kenema style.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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