Where does the slang word Teranga come from?

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

Teranga

Q: What are other meanings of Teranga?

Teranga can also mean: The spirit of hospitality, generosity, and solidarity in Senegalese culture. Often described as 'more than just hospitality', teranga is a core value guiding how Senegalese welcome others; Téranga (Hospitality)

🇸🇳 Senegal Slang

Added Jul 27, 2025 · 3 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Teranga definition 1

The spirit of hospitality, generosity, and solidarity in Senegalese culture. More than just hospitality, it is a core value.

"Senegalese teranga is famous for welcoming guests warmly."

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Jul 27, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Teranga definition 2

The spirit of hospitality, generosity, and solidarity in Senegalese culture. Often described as 'more than just hospitality', teranga is a core value guiding how Senegalese welcome others

"Welcome to the land of teranga!"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 03, 2025

DEFINITION 3

Teranga definition 3

Téranga (Hospitality)

"Téranga burkinabè reconnue (Burkinabe hospitality recognized)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 06, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇸🇳 Senegal
Definitions: 3 community definitions
Added: July 2025

↻ Similar Words

Téranga 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

Téranga (Hospitality)

"Téranga burkinabè reconnue (Burkinabe hospitality recognized)"

Teranga 🇬🇲 Gambia

Teranga (Hospitality)

"Gambian teranga moo gën (Gambian hospitality is the best)"

🇸🇳 About Senegal Slang

Senegalese slang is built on Wolof, the lingua franca spoken by 80% of the population, blended with French to create a rich urban vocabulary in Dakar.

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