What does Marraines mean?

Marenn (Godmother) For example: "Mon marenn reste Praslin (My godmother lives in Praslin)"

Where does the slang word Marraines come from?

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

Marraines

🇸🇨 Seychelles Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Marenn (Godmother)

"Mon marenn reste Praslin (My godmother lives in Praslin)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇸🇨 About Seychelles Slang

Marraines is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Seychelles. Seychelles slang blends local languages, colonial influences, and street culture into a unique and expressive way of speaking that reflects the country's identity and history. Kasinary features 1890 Seychelles slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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