What does Short cut (gaaw yoon) mean?

Shorter route For example: "Short cut bi la gën (The short cut is better)"

Where does the slang word Short cut (gaaw yoon) come from?

Short cut (gaaw yoon) is a slang term from Gambia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Gambia and across Africa.

Short cut (gaaw yoon)

🇬🇲 Gambia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Short cut (gaaw yoon) definition 1

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"Short cut bi la gën (The short cut is better)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇬🇲 Gambia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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