What does Wakati mean?

Wakati/muda (Time/period) For example: "Wakati wa chakula umefika (Meal time has arrived)"

Where does the slang word Wakati come from?

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

Wakati

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added Aug 21, 2025 · 1 definition

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Wakati/muda (Time/period)

"Wakati wa chakula umefika (Meal time has arrived)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 21, 2025

Word Details

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

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