What does Ulemu mean?

Honra e respeito (Honor and respect) For example: "Vive com ulemu (Live with honor)"

Where does the slang word Ulemu come from?

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

Ulemu

🇲🇿 Mozambique Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Ulemu definition 1

Honra e respeito (Honor and respect)

"Vive com ulemu (Live with honor)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇿 Mozambique
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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