What does Uko tu sawa mean?

Sarcastic for 'you're just fine' meaning you think you're so smart but you're not. Often used after someone says something foolish. For example: "Wewe uko tu sawa… endelea. (Yeah, you're so right…carry on – said with irony.)"

Where does the slang word Uko tu sawa come from?

Uko tu sawa is a slang term from Kenya. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Kenya and across Africa.

Uko tu sawa

🇰🇪 Kenya Slang

Added Aug 03, 2025 · 1 definition

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Uko tu sawa definition 1

Sarcastic for 'you're just fine' meaning you think you're so smart but you're not. Often used after someone says something foolish.

"Wewe uko tu sawa… endelea. (Yeah, you're so right…carry on – said with irony.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 03, 2025

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Country: 🇰🇪 Kenya
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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