Tezitra / Sosotra (Angry / Upset) For example: "Aza kivy loatra, tsy maninona izany (Don't be too upset, it's nothing)"

Where does the slang word Kivy come from?

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

Kivy

🇲🇬 Madagascar Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Tezitra / Sosotra (Angry / Upset)

"Aza kivy loatra, tsy maninona izany (Don't be too upset, it's nothing)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇬 Madagascar
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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