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African English
Poda poda
Used when referring to local shared transportation in Sierra Leone.
Literal Meaning
A shared transport vehicle, often for multiple passengers, typically operating on a set route.
Actual Meaning
Sierra Leone term for a shared minibus taxi
Examples in Context

I always catch a poda poda when I need to get to the market quickly.

Take a poda poda to town if you're in a hurry.

The poda poda is full, so we might have to wait for the next one.

Take a poda poda to town

The poda poda is full

Helpful Tips
  • 1Poda poda is a common way to travel for many locals, so it's normal to use this term when discussing transportation options.
  • 2Similar to 'matatu' in Kenya
  • 3Using 'poda poda' can signal to others that you're familiar with local customs and can help you connect with Sierra Leoneans.
  • 4When talking about taking a poda poda, be prepared for a communal experience; it often gets crowded.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
shared taxi
minibus
collective taxi
public transport
carpool
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