What does Mathiang mean?

Asad/suja'a (Lion/brave - Dinka) For example: "Huwa mathiang fi harb (He's brave in war)"

Where does the slang word Mathiang come from?

Mathiang is a slang term from South Sudan. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in South Sudan and across Africa.

Mathiang

🇸🇸 South Sudan Slang

Added Aug 26, 2025 · 1 definition

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Mathiang definition 1

Asad/suja'a (Lion/brave - Dinka)

"Huwa mathiang fi harb (He's brave in war)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 26, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇸🇸 South Sudan
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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