What does Wata shotej → Water shortage mean?

Wata nɔ de → Water not there For example: "Wata shotej na big prɔblɛm → Water shortage is a big problem"

Where does the slang word Wata shotej → Water shortage come from?

Wata shotej → Water shortage is a slang term from Sierra Leone. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Sierra Leone and across Africa.

Wata shotej → Water shortage

🇸🇱 Sierra Leone Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Wata shotej → Water shortage

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Wata nɔ de → Water not there

"Wata shotej na big prɔblɛm → Water shortage is a big problem"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇸🇱 About Sierra Leone Slang

Wata shotej → Water shortage is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Sierra Leone. Sierra Leone 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 1301 Sierra Leone slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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