What does Mwizi mean?

Mwizi/mtu anayeiba (Thief/person who steals) For example: "Mwizi ameibiwa mizigo yake pia (Thief also had his goods stolen)"

Where does the slang word Mwizi come from?

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

Mwizi

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added Aug 21, 2025 · 1 definition

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Mwizi/mtu anayeiba (Thief/person who steals)

"Mwizi ameibiwa mizigo yake pia (Thief also had his goods stolen)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 21, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇹🇿 Tanzania
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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