Replying to @B What does “Nawa O” mean in Nigerian Pidgin? If you think “Nawa O” only means disappointment or frustration, you could easily misread a Nigerian conversation. Nigerians can use “Nawa O” to express frustration, disappointment, surprise, disbelief, shock, or even amusement depending on the situation and tone. That’s why translating Nigerian Pidgin word-for-word doesn’t always work. You can understand every word and still misunderstand the person. If you’re learning Nigerian Pidgin, dating a Nigerian, visiting Nigeria, or trying to communicate more naturally with Nigerians, learning the context behind these expressions can save you from awkward misunderstandings. The words don’t always tell you the meaning. The context does. #NawaO #NigerianPidgin #NigerianSlang #NigerianExpressions #creatorsearchinsights