Gbèsè is a Yorùbá Word that means, “Debt“. Gbèsè is also a slang used in the street commonly. It is usually exclaimed. Like, “Gbèsè!..” It could also mean “trouble has landed.” Pronunciation of Gbèsè: gbay-say Example: 1. Mo ti jẹ gbèsè! Meaning- I have gotten into debt.
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