What does Kuwa juu mean?

To be high (on substances) or to be on top/successful. For example: "Yuko juu sana. (He's very high/successful.)"

Where does the slang word Kuwa juu come from?

Kuwa juu is a slang term from Kenya. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Kenya and across Africa.

Kuwa juu

🇰🇪 Kenya Slang

Added Aug 03, 2025 · 1 definition

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Kuwa juu definition 1

To be high (on substances) or to be on top/successful.

"Yuko juu sana. (He's very high/successful.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 03, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇰🇪 Kenya
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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Kenyan slang is led by Sheng, a vibrant urban creole born in Nairobi's Eastlands that blends Swahili, English, and Kikuyu, spoken by millions of young Kenyans.

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