Pronunciation: /ˈboʊdə ˈboʊdə/

Definitions of boda-boda

noun A type of motorcycle or bicycle commonly used for transportation in East Africa, especially for carrying passengers or goods.

Example Sentences

A1 A boda-boda is a type of motorcycle taxi commonly used in East Africa.

A2 I took a boda-boda to get to the market quickly.

B1 Boda-bodas are a popular mode of transportation in urban areas with heavy traffic.

B2 The government has implemented regulations to improve safety standards for boda-boda operators.

C1 Efforts to formalize the boda-boda industry have led to increased professionalism among drivers.

C2 A boda-boda association was formed to advocate for the rights and welfare of motorcycle taxi operators.

Examples of boda-boda in a Sentence

formal The government is looking into regulating the boda-boda industry to ensure safety standards are met.

informal I took a boda-boda to get to the market because it's faster than a regular taxi.

slang The boda-boda drivers in this area are known for their crazy driving skills.

figurative The boda-boda has become a symbol of efficient and affordable transportation in many African cities.

Grammatical Forms of boda-boda

past tense

boda-bodaed

plural

boda-bodas

comparative

more boda-boda

superlative

most boda-boda

present tense

boda-bodas

future tense

will boda-boda

perfect tense

have boda-bodaed

continuous tense

is boda-bodaing

singular

boda-boda

positive degree

very boda-boda

infinitive

to boda-boda

gerund

boda-bodaing

participle

boda-bodaed

Origin and Evolution of boda-boda

First Known Use: 1960 year
Language of Origin: Swahili
Story behind the word: The word 'boda-boda' originated in East Africa, specifically in Uganda.
Evolution of the word: The term 'boda-boda' initially referred to bicycle taxis in Uganda, but over time, it has evolved to also include motorbike taxis in various parts of East Africa.