Where does the slang word Tate come from?

Tate is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

What are other meanings of Tate?

Tate can also mean: Pai em lomwe (Father in Lomwe); Father / uncle respectfully (Father / uncle)

Tate

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added July 17, 2025 · 4 definitions

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Tate

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Father; older man (respectful address)" ("Oshiwambo (Namlish)")

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · July 17, 2025

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Tate — definition 2

Pai em lomwe (Father in Lomwe)

"Tate ali khodi? (Where is father?)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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Tate — definition 3

Father / uncle respectfully (Father / uncle)

"Tate is looking for you. (Uncle is looking for you.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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Tate — definition 4

Father/Uncle (Male elder)

"Tate okwa ya kiilonga. (Father went to work.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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🇳🇦 About Namibia Slang

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