What does Proverb mean?

Wise saying (Wise saying) For example: "Yoruba proverb deep (Yoruba proverbs are deep)"

Where does the slang word Proverb come from?

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

Proverb

🇳🇬 Nigeria Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Proverb definition 1

Wise saying (Wise saying)

"Yoruba proverb deep (Yoruba proverbs are deep)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇬 Nigeria
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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