What does Molwene mean?

A greeting meaning 'hello' or 'good day' (from molweni, 'greetings to all' in Xichangana). Often used in the south For example: "Molwene, mana, tá boa? (Hello there, sis, you doing okay?)"

Where does the slang word Molwene come from?

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

Molwene

🇲🇿 Mozambique Slang

Added Aug 03, 2025 · 1 definition

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Molwene definition 1

A greeting meaning 'hello' or 'good day' (from molweni, 'greetings to all' in Xichangana). Often used in the south

"Molwene, mana, tá boa? (Hello there, sis, you doing okay?)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 03, 2025

Word Details

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

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