Sapa
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Nigeria
Added July 15, 2025
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A state of extreme broke-ness or poverty
"This sapa I'm in no be here"
A popular Nigerian slang for a state of extreme financial hardship or being completely broke. Originating from Yoruba, sapa humorously personifies poverty, especially among youths. It's often used to commiserate or joke about one's money woes.
"Since I paid my rent, sapa don hold me. (Pidgin, meaning "Since I paid my rent, I've been totally broke.")"
A Nigerian internet slang for extreme poverty or broke-ness, often used humorously. If someone says 'Sapa hold me,' it means 'I'm broke right now.' It's a relatable term for being cash-strapped.
"I for go club but Sapa don hold me this week. (Meaning: I would have gone to the club but I'm broke this week.)"
The state of being broke or extremely financially down. When sapa hits, you're suffering from lack of money
"This January sapa don hold me – I no fit go club. (This January broke-ness has gripped me – I can't go clubbing.)"
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