What does Prendre la tête mean?

Compliquer, stresser (To complicate, stress) For example: "Cette relation me prend la tête. (This relationship stresses me out.)"

Where does the slang word Prendre la tête come from?

Prendre la tête is a slang term from Gabon. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Gabon and across Africa.

Prendre la tête

🇬🇦 Gabon Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Prendre la tête

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Compliquer, stresser (To complicate, stress)

"Cette relation me prend la tête. (This relationship stresses me out.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇬🇦 About Gabon Slang

Prendre la tête is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Gabon. Gabon 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 1045 Gabon slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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