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What does Jara mean in Nigeria?
add extra
Jara. Jara is derived from the Yoruba language and it means to add extra or give a freebie after something has already been bought or paid for.
How do you say I am fine in pidgin?
I dey (I am fine) I dey Kampe (I am doing well)
What does SEF mean in Nigeria?
Naijalingo: sef. Sef. Definition: Used to express one’s irritation or impatience.
What is the meaning of Monifere?
I love you so much.
What does Na you sabi mean?
Na you sabi. Definition: 1. A subtle way of saying ‘I don’t care what you think’ 2.
Is Nigerian Pidgin an official language?
Similar to the Caribbean Creole situation, Nigerian Pidgin is mostly used in informal conversations. However, Nigerian Pidgin has no status as an official language.
What is the meaning of SAF?
SAF
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| SAF | Singapore Armed Forces |
| SAF | Strategic Air Force (US DoD) |
| SAF | Security Assistance Force |
| SAF | Sir Alex Ferguson (football manager) |
What does Soke mean in Nigeria?
soke, si. Similar Words. igbalaaye noun. survival, permission, permit.
Is Nigerian Pidgin English a variety of English?
One of the obstacles to standardization is the perception of Nigerian Pidgin English as a variety of English, rather than a separate language; Nigerians often refer to Nigerian Pidgin English as ‘broken English’. See the examples below: Below is a conversation in Pidgin English mixed with English between two Nigerians.
Is Pidgin the one language that binds us all together?
Just remember to add a little bit of pidgin to yours and you will be fine. It is the one language that binds us all. My maternal grandfather, Sergeant Afa, was a soldier whose family of 11 moved from barrack to barrack. This exposed them to different linguistic environments; now they speak between three and six languages.
Should visitors learn Pidgin in Nigeria?
If you are a visitor, learning Pidgin could show Nigerians that while in Nigeria, you are making an effort to integrate. Mimi Werna is the author of the book Magical Rainbow River, produced after the Story Making West Africa workshop that was jointly held by the British Council, Nigeria and Saide’s African Storybook.
What is the use of Pidgin in literature?
Pidgin has been used in prose by many writers, including Chinua Achebe, as a vehicle for poetry by Frank Aig-Imoukhuede, and for drama by Ola Rotimi.” (Tom McArthur, The Oxford Guide to World English.