Mantenha
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Added August 02, 2025
TOP DEFINITION
A respectful Creole greeting meaning 'I hold you' – essentially 'Greetings/Keep well.' Used when meeting someone, akin to wishing them continued well-being. Originates from 'Que Deus te mantenha' ('May God maintain you').
"Mantenha, n'mon pa kubadu. (Greetings, my friend – literally 'keep strong,' I haven't forgotten you.)"
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Khulekani Dladla
August 02, 2025
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