What does Màrse bi (the market) mean?

The marketplace For example: "Màrse bi fees na (The market is full)"

Where does the slang word Màrse bi (the market) come from?

Màrse bi (the market) is a slang term from Gambia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Gambia and across Africa.

Màrse bi (the market)

🇬🇲 Gambia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Màrse bi (the market) definition 1

The marketplace

"Màrse bi fees na (The market is full)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

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

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