What does Le respect se gagne mean?

Le respect se mérite (Respect is earned) For example: "Ici le respect se gagne (Ici le respect se mérite/Here respect is earned)"

Where does the slang word Le respect se gagne come from?

Le respect se gagne is a slang term from Benin. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Benin and across Africa.

Le respect se gagne

🇧🇯 Benin Slang

Added Aug 05, 2025 · 1 definition

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Le respect se mérite (Respect is earned)

"Ici le respect se gagne (Ici le respect se mérite/Here respect is earned)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 05, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇧🇯 Benin
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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