What does Kukhala single (To be single) mean?

Kukhala wokha / Opanda chibwenzi (To be alone / without partner) For example: "Ndili single pano. (I'm single now.)"

Where does the slang word Kukhala single (To be single) come from?

Kukhala single (To be single) is a slang term from Malawi. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Malawi and across Africa.

Kukhala single (To be single)

🇲🇼 Malawi Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Kukhala single (To be single) definition 1

Kukhala wokha / Opanda chibwenzi (To be alone / without partner)

"Ndili single pano. (I'm single now.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇼 Malawi
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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