What does Xalam mean?

Luth africain (African lute) For example: "Le xalam gratte. (The xalam strums.)"

Where does the slang word Xalam come from?

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

What are other meanings of Xalam?

Xalam can also mean: Destin (Destiny)

Xalam

🇬🇦 Gabon Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Xalam definition 1

Luth africain (African lute)

"Le xalam gratte. (The xalam strums.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Xalam definition 2

Destin (Destiny)

"C'est mon xalam (It's my destiny)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇬🇦 Gabon
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: August 2025

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