What does Shikamoo mean?

Respectful greeting to elders For example: "Shikamoo mama (Respectful greeting to mother)"

Where does the slang word Shikamoo come from?

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

Shikamoo

Q: What are other meanings of Shikamoo?

Shikamoo can also mean: Respectful greeting from younger to older, meaning “I hold your feet.” The response is **Marahaba** (I am delighted).; Salamu ya heshima (Respectful greeting)

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added Jul 17, 2025 · 3 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Shikamoo definition 1

Respectful greeting to elders

"Shikamoo mama (Respectful greeting to mother)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 03, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Shikamoo definition 2

Respectful greeting from younger to older, meaning “I hold your feet.” The response is **Marahaba** (I am delighted).

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Jul 17, 2025

DEFINITION 3

Shikamoo definition 3

Salamu ya heshima (Respectful greeting)

"Shikamoo mzee (Respectful greetings elder)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇹🇿 Tanzania
Definitions: 3 community definitions
Added: July 2025

↻ Similar Words

Shikamoo 🇰🇪 Kenya

Salamu ya heshima (Respectful greeting)

"Shikamoo mzee (Respectful greetings elder)"

Shampoo 🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe

Lava kabelu (Lavar cabelo) (Shampoo)

"Kompra shampoo. (Buy shampoo.)"

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