What does kutamba mean?

Kutamba (To dance/play) For example: "Tiri kutamba (We're dancing)"

Where does the slang word kutamba come from?

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

What are other meanings of kutamba?

kutamba can also mean: Kutamba (playing)

kutamba

🇿🇼 Zimbabwe Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

kutamba definition 1

Kutamba (To dance/play)

"Tiri kutamba (We're dancing)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

DEFINITION 2

kutamba definition 2

Kutamba (playing)

"Vana vari kutamba (children are playing)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: April 2026

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