Street
kolo
What does kolo mean?
Used to question someone's sanity or describe reckless, irrational behaviour — interchangeable in some contexts with 'ment' or 'mad.'
"You dey kolo? How can you spend your whole salary in one night?"
Origin
Yoruba-rooted street term for madness/insanity, in common use across Lagos street speech.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'you dey kolo' mean?
It means 'are you crazy?' — used to react to reckless, irrational, or surprising behaviour.
Is Kolo the same as Werey?
They're close in meaning (both relate to 'madness'), but Kolo leans more toward 'are you out of your mind' as a reaction, while Werey is more of a direct label/insult.
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