What does Poro/Djo poro mean?

Slang for “dad/old man” (poro) and an even cooler way to say father (djo poro). For example: "Djo poro na ngai azalaka masta – My old man (dad) is like a buddy."

Where does the slang word Poro/Djo poro come from?

Poro/Djo poro is a slang term from DR Congo. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in DR Congo and across Africa.

Poro/Djo poro

🇨🇩 DR Congo Slang

Added July 17, 2025 · 1 definition

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Poro/Djo poro

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Slang for “dad/old man” (poro) and an even cooler way to say father (djo poro).

"Djo poro na ngai azalaka masta – My old man (dad) is like a buddy."

by KASINARY Admin Elder · July 17, 2025

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🇨🇩 About DR Congo Slang

Poro/Djo poro is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in DR Congo. DR Congo 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 1491 DR Congo slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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