What does Umunuko mean?

Umunuko (Pestle) For example: "Umunuko wo gusya (Pestle for grinding)"

Where does the slang word Umunuko come from?

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

Umunuko

🇧🇮 Burundi Slang

Added Aug 06, 2025 · 1 definition

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Umunuko (Pestle)

"Umunuko wo gusya (Pestle for grinding)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 06, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇧🇮 Burundi
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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