What does Ubukopo mean?

Cowardice or being scared For example: "Walifulwa ubukopo (You're full of cowardice)"

Where does the slang word Ubukopo come from?

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

Ubukopo

🇿🇲 Zambia Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Ubukopo

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Cowardice or being scared

"Walifulwa ubukopo (You're full of cowardice)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇿🇲 About Zambia Slang

Ubukopo is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Zambia. Zambia 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 1428 Zambia slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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