Where does the slang word Mbunhar come from?

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

Mbunhar

Q: What does Mbunhar mean?

To end up disappointed or let down For example: "Prometeram festa, mas mbunhamos – nem apareceu ninguém. (They promised a party, but we were disappointed – hardly anyone showed up.)"

🇲🇿 Mozambique Slang

Added Aug 03, 2025 · 1 definition

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Mbunhar definition 1

To end up disappointed or let down

"Prometeram festa, mas mbunhamos – nem apareceu ninguém. (They promised a party, but we were disappointed – hardly anyone showed up.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 03, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇿 Mozambique
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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