Namibian English

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noun Namlish - a portmanteau of Namibian and English, refers to the unique blend of languages spoken in Namibia

  • The linguistic phenomenon known as Namlish is a blend of English and various indigenous languages spoken in Namibia.
  • Many young people in Namibia use Namlish as a way to communicate with each other.
  • Namlish is so cool, it's like speaking a secret language that only Namibians understand.
  • The use of Namlish in literature adds a unique cultural flavor to the storytelling.