What does Tapa buraku mean?

Tapar buraco; resolver problema temporário / To cover hole; temporary fix For example: "Sô ta tapa buraku, ka resolve / Só solução temporária, não resolve / Just temporary fix, doesn't solve"

Where does the slang word Tapa buraku come from?

Tapa buraku is a slang term from São Tomé and Príncipe. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in São Tomé and Príncipe and across Africa.

Tapa buraku

🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Tapa buraku

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Tapar buraco; resolver problema temporário / To cover hole; temporary fix

"Sô ta tapa buraku, ka resolve / Só solução temporária, não resolve / Just temporary fix, doesn't solve"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇸🇹 About São Tomé and Príncipe Slang

Tapa buraku is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in São Tomé and Príncipe. São Tomé and Príncipe slang blends local languages, colonial influences, and street culture into a unique and expressive way of speaking that reflects the country's identity and history. Kasinary features 1945 São Tomé and Príncipe slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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