Where does the slang word Skaba dom come from?

Skaba dom is a slang term from South Africa. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in South Africa and across Africa.

Skaba dom

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Jul 16, 2025 · 1 definition

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Skaba dom definition 1

“Don’t be dumb.” Often a rebuke among friends. (Origin: Tswana/Sotho slang)

by KASINARY Admin Elder · Jul 16, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: July 2025

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