What does Shanatak marra mean?

Literally “your ugliness is bitter,” a joking insult meaning “you’re really ugly.” (Origin: Sudanese Arabic) For example: "“When he showed up in that neon outfit, his friend teased, ‘**Shanatak marra**, bro!’”"

Where does the slang word Shanatak marra come from?

Shanatak marra is a slang term from Sudan. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Sudan and across Africa.

What are other meanings of Shanatak marra?

Shanatak marra can also mean: Your ugliness is bitter - joking insult (Origin: Sudanese Arabic)

Shanatak marra

🇸🇩 Sudan Slang

Added Jul 16, 2025 · 2 definitions

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Shanatak marra definition 1

Literally “your ugliness is bitter,” a joking insult meaning “you’re really ugly.” (Origin: Sudanese Arabic)

"“When he showed up in that neon outfit, his friend teased, ‘**Shanatak marra**, bro!’”"

by KASINARY Admin Elder · Jul 16, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Shanatak marra definition 2

Your ugliness is bitter - joking insult (Origin: Sudanese Arabic)

"When he wore neon, his friend said shanatak marra!"

by KASINARY Admin Elder · Jul 16, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇸🇩 Sudan
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: July 2025

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