What does Simba (lion dance) mean?

Traditional Mandinka warrior dance For example: "Simba foo nying ka bon (The lion dance is fierce)"

Where does the slang word Simba (lion dance) come from?

Simba (lion dance) is a slang term from Gambia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Gambia and across Africa.

Simba (lion dance)

🇬🇲 Gambia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Simba (lion dance) definition 1

Traditional Mandinka warrior dance

"Simba foo nying ka bon (The lion dance is fierce)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

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

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