What does Povu sufri mean?

Povo sofre (People suffer) For example: "Povu ta sufri sin para. (People suffer without stop.)"

Where does the slang word Povu sufri come from?

Povu sufri is a slang term from Guinea-Bissau. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Guinea-Bissau and across Africa.

Povu sufri

🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Povu sufri definition 1

Povo sofre (People suffer)

"Povu ta sufri sin para. (People suffer without stop.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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