What does Petit-petit mean?

Progressivement (Gradually) For example: "On avance petit-petit (We advance gradually)"

Where does the slang word Petit-petit come from?

Petit-petit is a slang term from Côte d'Ivoire. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Côte d'Ivoire and across Africa.

Petit-petit

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Progressivement (Gradually)

"On avance petit-petit (We advance gradually)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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