Lit. 'old person,' slang for dad or any respected older man. Many youths call their father 'mzae.' For example: "Mzae amenishow nitulie. (My old man (dad) told me to calm down.)"

Where does the slang word Mzae come from?

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

What are other meanings of Mzae?

Mzae can also mean: Mzazi (Parent / old person)

Mzae

🇰🇪 Kenya Slang

Added August 02, 2025 · 2 definitions

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Mzae

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Lit. 'old person,' slang for dad or any respected older man. Many youths call their father 'mzae.'

"Mzae amenishow nitulie. (My old man (dad) told me to calm down.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 02, 2025

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Mzae — definition 2

Mzazi (Parent / old person)

"Wazae wanakuuliza (The parents are asking for you)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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🇰🇪 About Kenya Slang

Mzae is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Kenya. Kenya slang blends local languages, colonial influences, and street culture into a unique and expressive way of speaking that reflects the country's identity and history. Kasinary features 2012 Kenya slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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