What does Uzoefu mean?

Uzoefu/utaalamu (Experience/expertise) For example: "Uzoefu wa miaka mingi unasaidia (Many years experience helps)"

Where does the slang word Uzoefu come from?

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

Uzoefu

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added Aug 21, 2025 · 1 definition

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Uzoefu/utaalamu (Experience/expertise)

"Uzoefu wa miaka mingi unasaidia (Many years experience helps)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 21, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇹🇿 Tanzania
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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