What does Zikomo mean?

“Thank you” – also used as “please” or general polite word (Origin: Chichewa) For example: "“*Zikomo* kwambiri,” she said with a smile when I handed her the parcel."

Where does the slang word Zikomo come from?

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

What are other meanings of Zikomo?

Zikomo can also mean: Obrigado em sena (Thank you in Sena); Obrigado influência Chewa (Thank you Chewa influence)

Zikomo

🇲🇼 Malawi Slang

Added July 16, 2025 · 3 definitions

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Zikomo

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“Thank you” – also used as “please” or general polite word (Origin: Chichewa)

"“*Zikomo* kwambiri,” she said with a smile when I handed her the parcel."

by KASINARY Admin Elder · July 16, 2025

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Zikomo — definition 2

Obrigado em sena (Thank you in Sena)

"Zikomo kwambiri (Thank you very much)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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Zikomo — definition 3

Obrigado influência Chewa (Thank you Chewa influence)

"Zikomo kwambiri (Thank you very much)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 10, 2025

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🇲🇼 About Malawi Slang

Zikomo is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Malawi. Malawi 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 1889 Malawi slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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