Street
tatu aka
What does tatu aka mean?
Literally 'bite off a hand.' Used of someone who splashes money around with no restraint — a big, careless spender. Documented as Otu-Onitsha trade slang describing extravagant spending.
"That guy tatu aka for that club last night — he bought bottles for the whole section."
Origin
Documented Otu-Onitsha (Onitsha market) trade slang in Nkamigbo & Eme (2011). Literal meaning 'bite off a hand,' used slang-wise for extravagant, careless spending.
Frequently asked questions
What does Tatu Aka mean?
It describes someone who spends money in a careless, extravagant way — a big spender.
What is the literal translation of Tatu Aka?
Literally 'bite off a hand,' used figuratively for reckless overspending.
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