juju
Juju (noun) means a charm or object believed, in some West African traditions, to hold magical or protective power. Example: “He carried a small juju for good luck before the trip.”
How to use juju
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA magic charm, or informally, a run of good or bad luck.
Word forms
jujus plural, jujus plural
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He carried a small _____ for good luck before the trip.
Etymology
Borrowed from a West African language, likely originally from French joujou, meaning "toy."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “juju” mean?
The word “juju” means a charm or object believed, in some West African traditions, to hold magical or protective power. In plain terms, a magic charm, or informally, a run of good or bad luck.
How do you pronounce “juju”?
“Juju” is pronounced JOOD-zhoo (/ˈd͡ʒuːd͡ʒu/ in IPA).
How do you use “juju” in a sentence?
Here is “juju” used in a sentence: “He carried a small juju for good luck before the trip.”
What part of speech is “juju”?
“Juju” is a noun.
Where does the word “juju” come from?
The word “juju” comes from French. Borrowed from a West African language, likely originally from French joujou, meaning "toy.".
How many meanings does “juju” have?
“Juju” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a charm or object believed, in some West African traditions, to hold magical or protective power.
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