Say; speak For example: "Sema ukweli (Tell the truth)"

Where does the slang word Sema come from?

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

Sema

Q: What are other meanings of Sema?

Sema can also mean: Literally “speak,” used when answering phone (like “Hello, go ahead”) or to say “What’s up, speak your mind.”

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added July 17, 2025 · 2 definitions

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Say; speak

"Sema ukweli (Tell the truth)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 03, 2025

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Sema — definition 2

Literally “speak,” used when answering phone (like “Hello, go ahead”) or to say “What’s up, speak your mind.”

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · July 17, 2025

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