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Oborɔnyi 

Oborɔnyi is the Akan (or more specifically, the ( Fante ) word for foreigner, literally meaning "an untrustworthy person or a trickster"1 It is often colloquially translated into "white person."2

West Africa does not have an equivalent of the ubiquitous "mzungu", used throughout Eastern and Southern Africa, and even within Ghana, "oborɔnyi" predominates because it is common to the predominant local languages, those of Akan family, primarily Fante, Akuapem Twi and Asante twi. Other Akan languages employ variants on "oborɔnyi" are :"Broni" Used by the Ashantis and akuapems.
Oborɔnyi, how are you? Are you enjoying your stay?
Oborɔnyi by Kwekash October 28, 2020
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oborny • obony • Oborn • oborne • Oborɔnyi
one bad ass vilege
oborne by james hamond February 28, 2011
Obony is somewhat beautiful however theyre extremely annoying and moan A LOT. They are extremely intelligent, funny and caring but most importantly they love food! Most obonys love people beginning with the letter R and ending with the letter N. Overally they are alright but theyre taste in men is gross.
Hi my names obony and I love curvy men whos names begin with R😈
obony by Obonys lover September 16, 2018
Controlling hypocritical freak, with a huge norpia. An Oborn displays psychotic behavior, and should be sent to a mental institute. An Oborn is one of the most deadliest things on this planet. If you see an Oborn do not hesitate to call the authorities.
Person 1: Hey! With have a class with an Oborn!
Person 2: Fuck, I'll call the authorities you get the bombs, we need to clear this thing out.
An Oborn: *Makes gurgling noises*
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