What does Mzigo (Burden) mean?

Jambo au mtu unayesababisha matatizo (Something or someone causing problems) For example: "Kazi hii ni mzigo kubwa kwangu. (This job is a big burden for me.)"

Where does the slang word Mzigo (Burden) come from?

Mzigo (Burden) is a slang term from Tanzania. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Tanzania and across Africa.

Mzigo (Burden)

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added Aug 26, 2025 · 1 definition

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Mzigo (Burden) definition 1

Jambo au mtu unayesababisha matatizo (Something or someone causing problems)

"Kazi hii ni mzigo kubwa kwangu. (This job is a big burden for me.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 26, 2025

Word Details

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

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