What does Xávega mean?

Rede de pesca artesanal (Artisanal fishing net) For example: "Puxar a xávega (Pull the fishing net)"

Where does the slang word Xávega come from?

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

Xávega

🇲🇿 Mozambique Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Xávega definition 1

Rede de pesca artesanal (Artisanal fishing net)

"Puxar a xávega (Pull the fishing net)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇿 Mozambique
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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