What does Kureka mean?

Guhagarika gukora ikintu (To stop doing something) For example: "Reka ibyo, tuvuge ibindi. (Leave that, let's talk about something else.)"

Where does the slang word Kureka come from?

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

What are other meanings of Kureka?

Kureka can also mean: Kureka (To stop/leave)

Kureka

🇷🇼 Rwanda Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Kureka definition 1

Guhagarika gukora ikintu (To stop doing something)

"Reka ibyo, tuvuge ibindi. (Leave that, let's talk about something else.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

DEFINITION 2

Kureka definition 2

Kureka (To stop/leave)

"Reka kubeshya. (Stop lying.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇷🇼 Rwanda
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: April 2026

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