Majuu
mah-JOO-oo /mɑ.ˈdʒu.u/
"Majuu" is Sheng for abroad (also: overseas).
Meaning
- noun abroad, overseas. Countries outside Africa, like the US or Europe.
Examples
- Sister yangu anaishi majuu. My sister lives abroad.
Similar and opposite words
Where it comes from
Swahili 'juu' (up).
How it was made: Old words, new meanings.
Questions about Majuu
What does Majuu mean in Sheng?
"Majuu" is Sheng for abroad (also: overseas). Countries outside Africa, like the US or Europe.
How do you use Majuu in a sentence?
"Sister yangu anaishi majuu." means "My sister lives abroad."
How do you pronounce Majuu?
Say it mah-JOO-oo (/mɑ.ˈdʒu.u/). Sheng is spelled the way it sounds, with stress on the second-to-last syllable.
Where does the word Majuu come from?
Swahili 'juu' (up).
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