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    Japor – Meaning in Kolokwa

    People & Social Status

    Meaning

    Jokster; unserious person

    Example in Conversation

    Kolokwa: "Stop acting like a japor."

    English: "Stop acting like a jokester/unserious person."

    Translation to English

    In Liberian Kolokwa, "Japor" means "Jokster; unserious person". It is commonly used in everyday conversation across Liberia.

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    Understanding "Japor" in Liberian Kolokwa

    "Japor" is a Liberian Kolokwa word or expression that translates to "Jokster; unserious person" in Standard English. It is commonly used in everyday conversations across Liberia and in Liberian diaspora communities around the world.

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