Street
gobe
What does gobe mean?
Shortened street form of 'mo gbé' (literally 'I carry'); used as an exclamation or noun for trouble, regret, or anxiety over a bad situation.
"If they catch us here without a pass, na gobe be that."
Origin
Shortened from the Yoruba expression 'mo gbé' ('I carry'), used idiomatically to express distress, regret, or being caught up in trouble.
Frequently asked questions
What does Gobe mean?
It means trouble or a difficult situation — used both as an exclamation and a noun.
Is Gobe the same as Mogbe?
Yes, 'Gobe' is a shortened, more common street form of 'Mogbe.'
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