What does Kɔni mean?

Nka, walima (But, or) For example: "N b'a fɛ ka taa, kɔni wari tɛ. (I want to go, but no money.)"

Where does the slang word Kɔni come from?

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

Kɔni

🇲🇱 Mali Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Kɔni definition 1

Nka, walima (But, or)

"N b'a fɛ ka taa, kɔni wari tɛ. (I want to go, but no money.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇱 Mali
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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