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mumu
What does mumu mean?
An insult meaning someone is foolish, gullible, or easily deceived.
"Pinto just dey act like mumu, believing everything wey dem tell am."
Origin
Widely used Nigerian Pidgin insult for a fool; documented on naijalingo.com with no further etymology stated by the source.
Frequently asked questions
What does "mumu" mean?
It means a fool, or someone who is gullible and easily fooled.
Is it a rude word to use?
It's a common, mildly insulting word — fine among friends joking around, but can genuinely offend if used seriously.
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