What does Oshingali mean?

Traditional beer (Alcohol) For example: "Nawa oshingali. (The beer is good.)"

Where does the slang word Oshingali come from?

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

Oshingali

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Oshingali definition 1

Traditional beer (Alcohol)

"Nawa oshingali. (The beer is good.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

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

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