mallam

Naija

Alternative Form

• mala

Etymology

• From: Hausa mallam wey mean teacher

Pronunciation

• málàm

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Noun

1. Man wey from from north.

   • Many mallam dey Sabo dey flenjo.  — (NSC_Tella_2021, There are many Hausa males enjoying themselves in Sabo.)

2. Person wey dey lead prayer for mosque.

   • Mallam Isa don waka go mosque for prayer.  — (NSC_Tella_2021, Cleric Isa has gone to the mosque for prayer. )

Synonym

• imam, aboki

Translation

• English: teacher, imam, Hausa guy.