What does Quirimbas mean?

Arquipélago das Quirimbas (Quirimbas Archipelago) For example: "Paraíso das Quirimbas (Quirimbas paradise)"

Where does the slang word Quirimbas come from?

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

Quirimbas

🇲🇿 Mozambique Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Arquipélago das Quirimbas (Quirimbas Archipelago)

"Paraíso das Quirimbas (Quirimbas paradise)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇿 Mozambique
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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