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gbado nwaanyị
What does gbado nwaanyị mean?
Describes a man trying to talk to and charm a woman for friendship or romantic interest — the Igbo-slang equivalent of 'toasting' someone.
"He's been trying to gbado nwaanyị since the party started."
Origin
Documented Otu-Onitsha (Onitsha market) social-relations slang in Nkamigbo & Eme (2011); literally 'toasting/talking to a woman,' meaning to try to win a lady's interest.
Frequently asked questions
What does Gbado Nwaanyị mean?
It means to chat up or 'toast' a woman, trying to win her interest for friendship or romance.
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