Kisu/mtu mkali (Knife/sharp person) For example: "Kisu huyu anaongea ukweli tu (This knife only speaks truth)"

Where does the slang word Kisu come from?

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

What are other meanings of Kisu?

Kisu can also mean: Kisu/chombo cha kukata (Knife/cutting tool)

Kisu

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added Aug 21, 2025 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Kisu definition 1

Kisu/mtu mkali (Knife/sharp person)

"Kisu huyu anaongea ukweli tu (This knife only speaks truth)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 21, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Kisu definition 2

Kisu/chombo cha kukata (Knife/cutting tool)

"Kisu kikali ni muhimu jikoni (Sharp knife is important in kitchen)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 21, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇹🇿 Tanzania
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: August 2025

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