“Bant” and “Nimebant” meaning in English & Sheng
“Bant” and “Nimebant” are two popular sheng words/phrases that are trending in Kenya on social media this March. When a new phrase emerges, many people are interested to know the meaning. In this article, we are going to analyse their meaning and origin.
“Bant/Nimebant” origin & Meaning
Bant/nimebant history can be traced back to the early 2000s originating in the Nairobi Eastlands, when kids used to play the “Kalongolongo” game. So when someone made a mistake playing the game, they would say “Nimebant”.
So, in Sheng, the word “Bant” was created to mean “A mistake has happened”. When we use “Nimebant”, it is used to confess that an anticipated mistake has occurred. Social media users are now using the phrases to create relatable memes with their audience or to comment on societal issues.
- When Kenyan celebrity Jalango posted a screenshot of how he has been experiencing skin peeling after a strong sunburn on his scalp. He shared the comment “Nime bant” meaning he has made a mistake of sharing
Another sheng word to substitute for nimebant is “Nimechoma”.
A TikTok user was wondering what’s the meaning of Kubant’; you can read the hilarious comments on the TikTok video below.
Sheng has become a new way of speaking among the young generation. At Kelxfy we update you with the current sheng vibes. Learn more sheng words here.
