What does Shoulder to cry on mean?

Emotional support (Comfort provider) For example: "Always a shoulder to cry on. (Always here for emotional support.)"

Where does the slang word Shoulder to cry on come from?

Shoulder to cry on is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

Shoulder to cry on

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Shoulder to cry on definition 1

Emotional support (Comfort provider)

"Always a shoulder to cry on. (Always here for emotional support.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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