Where does the slang word Open market come from?

Open market is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

Open market

Q: What does Open market mean?

Omatala (Street market) For example: "Let's check the open market for vegetables. (Let's check the street market for vegetables.)"

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added August 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Omatala (Street market)

"Let's check the open market for vegetables. (Let's check the street market for vegetables.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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🇳🇦 About Namibia Slang

Open market is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Namibia. Namibia 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 1874 Namibia slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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