What does Mahantra mean?

Tsy manana / Sahirana (Poor / Struggling) For example: "Mahantra nefa sambatra (Poor but happy)"

Where does the slang word Mahantra come from?

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

Mahantra

🇲🇬 Madagascar Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Mahantra definition 1

Tsy manana / Sahirana (Poor / Struggling)

"Mahantra nefa sambatra (Poor but happy)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇬 Madagascar
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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