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wetin
What does wetin mean?
The standard Pidgin word for "what," used to ask questions or express confusion or surprise on its own.
"Wetin be your name?"
Origin
A contraction of English "what thing," as stated in the Wikipedia "Nigerian Pidgin" article.
Frequently asked questions
What does "wetin" mean?
It means "what" — the standard Pidgin interrogative word.
Where does the word come from?
It's a contraction of the English phrase "what thing."
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