Street
werey
What does werey mean?
From Yoruba 'wèrè' (madness/a mad person). Used both as a genuine insult questioning someone's sanity and as light banter among friends.
"You be werey! Why would you do something like that?"
Origin
Directly from the standard Yoruba word 'wèrè,' meaning madness or a mad person, carried into Nigerian Pidgin and everyday street speech.
Frequently asked questions
What does Werey mean?
It means 'crazy' or 'mad person' — it can be a real insult or just teasing, depending on the relationship and tone.
Is Werey rude?
It can be, especially said harshly to a stranger, but between friends it's often used jokingly.
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