What does Kermesse mean?

Kermesse (Fair/carnival) For example: "Kermesse école samedi (School fair Saturday)"

Where does the slang word Kermesse come from?

Kermesse is a slang term from Burkina Faso. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Burkina Faso and across Africa.

What are other meanings of Kermesse?

Kermesse can also mean: Fête scolaire (School fair)

Kermesse

🇧🇫 Burkina Faso Slang

Added Aug 06, 2025 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Kermesse definition 1

Kermesse (Fair/carnival)

"Kermesse école samedi (School fair Saturday)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 06, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Kermesse definition 2

Fête scolaire (School fair)

"La kermesse est ce weekend. (The school fair is this weekend.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: August 2025

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