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agbaya
What does agbaya mean?
Describes an older person behaving beneath their age — immature, foolish, or shirking the responsibilities expected of an adult.
"Stop acting like an agbaya, you're too old for this kind of nonsense."
Origin
Yoruba compound roughly meaning an elder who acts childish or 'useless' despite their age.
Frequently asked questions
What does Agbaya mean?
It describes an adult who behaves immaturely or irresponsibly, despite being old enough to know better.
Is Agbaya used for both men and women?
Yes, it's applied to anyone — regardless of gender — whose behaviour doesn't match their age.
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