Mzee
m-ZEH-eh /m.ˈzɛ.ɛ/
"Mzee" is Sheng for old man (also: respectful term for a grown man).
Meaning
- noun old man; respectful term for a grown man. An elder, or any grown man you want to address with respect. Among friends, 'mzee' can be affectionate, like 'old man' in English.
Examples
- Mzee wangu yuko nyumbani. My old man (father) is at home.
- Mambo mzee, umekuwaje? Hey old man, how are you doing?
Similar and opposite words
Where it comes from
Swahili 'mzee' (elder).
How it was made: Swahili base.
Questions about Mzee
What does Mzee mean in Sheng?
"Mzee" is Sheng for old man (also: respectful term for a grown man). An elder, or any grown man you want to address with respect. Among friends, 'mzee' can be affectionate, like 'old man' in English.
How do you use Mzee in a sentence?
"Mzee wangu yuko nyumbani." means "My old man (father) is at home."
How do you pronounce Mzee?
Say it m-ZEH-eh (/m.ˈzɛ.ɛ/). Sheng is spelled the way it sounds, with stress on the second-to-last syllable.
Where does the word Mzee come from?
Swahili 'mzee' (elder).
Share or improve this entry
To quote this page: “Mzee.” Shengwords Sheng Dictionary, updated 2026-11-10. https://shengwords.co.ke/word/mzee (accessed 2026-11-10).