What does Marulelo mean?

Marulelo (Roof) For example: "Marulelo a a dutla (The roof is leaking)"

Where does the slang word Marulelo come from?

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

Marulelo

🇧🇼 Botswana Slang

Added Aug 06, 2025 · 1 definition

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Marulelo (Roof)

"Marulelo a a dutla (The roof is leaking)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 06, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇧🇼 Botswana
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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