What does Mabanana mean?

Million dollars (hyperinflation era) For example: "Ndaiva nemabanana (I had millions)"

Where does the slang word Mabanana come from?

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

Mabanana

🇿🇼 Zimbabwe Slang

Added Aug 02, 2025 · 1 definition

TOP DEFINITION

Mabanana — definition 1

Million dollars (hyperinflation era)

"Ndaiva nemabanana (I had millions)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 02, 2025

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🇿🇼 About Zimbabwe Slang

Mabanana is part of the everyday slang used in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe slang draws from local languages, history, and street culture to create an expressive voice that is uniquely its own. KASINARY has 964 Zimbabwe slang words collected from native speakers.

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