What does Mukuru wanjye mean?

Musaza wanjye cyangwa umuntu nubaha (My elder sibling or respected person) For example: "Mukuru wanjye yampaye inama. (My elder gave me advice.)"

Where does the slang word Mukuru wanjye come from?

Mukuru wanjye is a slang term from Rwanda. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Rwanda and across Africa.

Mukuru wanjye

🇷🇼 Rwanda Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Musaza wanjye cyangwa umuntu nubaha (My elder sibling or respected person)

"Mukuru wanjye yampaye inama. (My elder gave me advice.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇷🇼 Rwanda
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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