Over Sabi

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Describes a person who acts like a know-it-all; someone who is presumptuous and claims to know more than they actually do.

"That girl is an over sabi, always correcting the teacher."

Pronunciation:/oʊvər ˈsæbi/
Origin:A Pidgin phrase combining the English 'over' with the Pidgin 'sabi' (to know).
Part of Speech:Noun/Adjective
Synonyms:Know-it-all, ITK (I Too Know)
More Examples:
"Don't be an over sabi, let the experts handle it."
Popularized by:A common term used to criticize people who are arrogant, meddlesome, or offer unsolicited and often incorrect advice.