Where does the slang word Legeza come from?

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

Legeza

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added Jul 17, 2025 · 1 definition

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Legeza definition 1

“Loosen/relax.” In slang, “**legeza kamba**” (loosen the rope) means calm down or be less strict.

by KASINARY Admin Elder · Jul 17, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇹🇿 Tanzania
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: July 2025

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