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fabu
What does fabu mean?
Describes a fabricated story or an outright lie, often one that's overly detailed or dramatic to sound convincing.
"No dey give me that kind fabu, I sabi say you dey lie."
Origin
Nigerian media report it as derived from the English word "fable"; documented in both Legit.ng and Pulse.ng Pidgin slang features.
Frequently asked questions
What does "fabu" mean?
It means a lie or an elaborate, made-up story.
Where does the word come from?
It's linked to the English word "fable," reflecting its sense of a made-up tale.
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