Aza (slang)

Aza
OriginEdo language
MeaningBank account digits; Account number

Aza is a Nigerian slang term that refers to bank account digits, specifically the account number.[1] When someone in Nigeria uses the term "Aza," they are requesting the account number from another person, usually with the intention of sending money to that account.[2][3]

Etymology

The term "Aza" is derived from the Edo language.[4] In Edo, "Aza" means several things which include "store room", "treasury house/room", "save box" and "bank ."[5] Over time, this term has become widely adopted across Nigeria as a casual way to refer to bank account numbers.[6]

Usage

In Nigerian culture, asking someone to "send your Aza" is a common way to request their bank account number for the purpose of transferring funds.[7] The term has gained traction, particularly in informal settings and among the youth.[8][9]

Examples in sentences

  • "I'll transfer the funds to you once you send me your aza."
  • "Hey, can you share your aza so I can deposit the payment?"
  • "She asked for my aza to process the refund."

References

  1. ↑ "'We mueveee', Aza, slangs that trended this year". Daily Trust. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  2. ↑ "13 trending Nigerian slangs and their meanings". The Nation Nigeria. Lagos, Nigeria. 26 October 2021. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  3. ↑ "Popular Pidgin Slangs In Nigeria -". West African Pilot. 29 May 2022. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  4. ↑ "See popular Nigerian slangs wey trend in 2021 & dia meaning". BBC News Pidgin. 28 December 2021. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  5. ↑ "Thomas-Edo-dictionary.pdf - Centre for Ẹdo Studies" (PDF). Centre for Ẹdo Studies. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  6. ↑ Salau, Olabisi (31 October 2021). "13 Slangs Nigerian Youths Use And Their Trending Meanings - |". Newsbreak.ng. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  7. ↑ Afolarin, Mary (12 May 2023). "40+ Most Popular Slang Words Used In Nigeria". rnn.ng. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  8. ↑ Odutuyo, Adeyinka (12 May 2023). "Nigerian Slangs and Their Meanings: The 2023 Guide". Zikoko!. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  9. ↑ Simwa, Adrianna (20 October 2022). "70+ Yahoo boys quotes you need to hear and understand in 2022". Legit.ng. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
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