What does Oshikuni shimwe mean?

One stick (Single piece) For example: "Oshikuni shimwe kashiholi omulilo. (One stick doesn't make fire.)"

Where does the slang word Oshikuni shimwe come from?

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

Oshikuni shimwe

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Oshikuni shimwe definition 1

One stick (Single piece)

"Oshikuni shimwe kashiholi omulilo. (One stick doesn't make fire.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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