What does corny mean in Nigeria?

corny refers to any kind of humor that is not sophisticated or complex. It is an off-beat and simple form of humor. It is not a serious form of humor which is why it is amusing to most Nigerians.

What does it mean to be corny in Nigeria?

Oftentimes, corny people are the jokers in the group. They are the ones who make you smile with a wide grin at the humorous remarks they make. However, when corny people use humor in a manner to make others feel uncomfortable, it does not become funny at all. In this case, corny people use humor to make people feel bad about themselves.

What does corny gai mean in Nigeria?

‘Corny gai’ is a local colloquial phrase used in the southeastern part of Nigeria meaning ‘a mess’. It’s usually used to describe something that’s damaged, dirty and unsightly. People in Nigeria use this phrase to describe something that is an eyesore, and is also an exaggeration of the actual situation.

What does slang word corny mean in Nigeria?

The word corny in Nigeria refers to something that is overly sentimental or foolish or not very funny and clever. Someone who is overly sentimental may write romantic letters or poems with lots of overly cheesy and cheesy sentiments. Corny jokes are not well-thought out or funny. In short, corny means something that is not very amusing or sophisticated.

What does it mean if someone is corny?

If someone is corny, they like to make corny jokes. They use many silly phrases and puns. They tend to be very naïve about certain things. They are easily entertained and are always trying to make people laugh. Sometimes they are too direct and straightforward. They have no tact or diplomacy. They are not very sophisticated.