noun
Street Slang
Bros
brohz · noun · pidgin
A respectful, friendly way to address a man — older brother, mentor, or just a guy you respect.
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Derived from "brother," used to address a man respectfully regardless of blood relation — an older friend, a senior colleague, or simply someone you're being polite to.
“Bros, abeg help me carry this bag small.”
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Bros In A Sentence
Bros, abeg help me carry this bag small.
Origin & Usage
From English "brother"; a Nigerian Pidgin dictionary (PeeGeen) explains its use goes beyond Western "bro," carrying a connotation of respect for age or social standing rather than pure friendship.
Variants
Broda
People Also Ask
What does "bros" mean in Nigerian Pidgin?
It's a respectful, friendly way to address a man, whether an older friend, senior colleague, or someone you just met.
Is it the same as the Western "bro"?
Not quite — Nigerian "bros" leans more toward showing respect for age or status than just casual friendship.
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