Wonga

Wonga

WONGA /ˈwoŋa/
Noun London

Money.

Example Sentences

"How much wonga you got?"
"Need to get some wonga."

Etymology & History

Possibly from Romany "wanga" (coal, money) or invented slang. London money slang from the mid-late 20th century.

Word Details

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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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