Word of the Day — 10 Aug 2026
Ikrwala is a Xhosa term for a fresh out of initiation school man. You will see them with their formal clothes and the red thing on their face.
Example
I can't wait to see my younger brother as ikrwala.
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Igwijo or amagwijo are Xhosa songs that are usually sung in events such as sporting events or traditional events. They are sometimes made up on the spot.
Example
I'm only going to that game for amagwijo.
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A slang term that means "right?". It is mostly used at the end of statements and asked as a question.
Example
So you are stressing over the World Cup results ong?
meaning shit that comes out of your anus (ndunu)
Example
have uyishlama wena.(you are shit)
siyaphuma ishlama lapho.(is the shit coming out there)
A narrow West African country with palm-lined beaches, phosphate mining, and French influence.
Example
Lomé, Togo's capital, is a major port city on the Gulf of Guinea.
To become suddenly rich or hit a big financial break.
Example
Since he hammer, he don change car.
A SePitori word that usually refers to a guy that can handle difficult situations, or is brave enough to do things other people can't do.
It could also mean someone who is well respected because of his status in society.
It could also mean someone who is well respected because of his status in society.
Example
Mpho ke lepara joe, he just approached that hot girl sitting over there.
The mask wearing guy (Kwaito star), whom people say is DJ Sbu.
Example
They say Mzekezeke can be anyone.
Brakpan is a mining town on the East Rand of Gauteng, South Africa. It is known as the Alabama of South Africa, or the armpit of South Africa.
Example
If you divorce your wife in Brakpan, she remains your sister.
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