What does Nyɔvi mean?

Oncle maternel (Maternal uncle) For example: "Nyɔvi nɔ alɔ ɖo mi (Mon oncle m'aide/My uncle helps me)"

Where does the slang word Nyɔvi come from?

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

Nyɔvi

🇧🇯 Benin Slang

Added Aug 05, 2025 · 1 definition

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Nyɔvi definition 1

Oncle maternel (Maternal uncle)

"Nyɔvi nɔ alɔ ɖo mi (Mon oncle m'aide/My uncle helps me)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 05, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇧🇯 Benin
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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