What does Uvumilivu mean?

Uvumilivu/kusubiri (Patience/waiting) For example: "Uvumilivu ni muhimu kwa mafanikio (Patience is important for success)"

Where does the slang word Uvumilivu come from?

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

Uvumilivu

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added August 21, 2025 · 1 definition

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Uvumilivu

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Uvumilivu/kusubiri (Patience/waiting)

"Uvumilivu ni muhimu kwa mafanikio (Patience is important for success)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 21, 2025

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🇹🇿 About Tanzania Slang

Uvumilivu is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Tanzania. Tanzania 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 1747 Tanzania slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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