Word of the Day — 05 Nov 2026

Hustles or side gigs to make money, sometimes shady.
Example

She dey do runs to survive.

Admin • 26 July 2026
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A landlocked Southern African country known for Victoria Falls, copper mining, and wildlife.
Example

Livingstone, Zambia is the gateway to Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders.

Travel Admin • 23 June 2025
Indian Ocean port city with Portuguese colonial heritage.
Example

Beira's Macuti Lighthouse offers panoramic views of the coastline.

Travel Admin • 23 June 2025

An ancient East African country with diverse cultures, coffee origins, and rapid economic growth.
Example

Ethiopian Airlines is one of Africa's largest and most successful carriers.

Travel Admin • 23 June 2025
This means that the dyan has caught feelings.
Example

I can't believe icatchile idyan.

Sinazo • 10 May 2021

Understand
Example

Ke a xwala

Michelle • 23 June 2024
A slang term or kasi term for BMW 325is.
Example

They were spinning that gusheshe like crazy in Gomora last night.

MXhosa • 17 May 2021

Is to buy WEED, this term started in Mamelodi now is a common word around Pitori.
Example

Bro, Vraiza ujike ko Jeff uTokantse baart

Thulani Mabuza • 22 April 2022
To flex or to show off
Example

Nna nkao tempela, net akerato bolela thata, ke dealer ka action.

Mr Trends • 19 November 2021

A general exclamation used to express excitement, surprise, or to affirm something. It can be a substitute for "wow" or "for real.”
Example

You won the lottery? Eksay, that's incredible!

Grace ❤️ • 21 July 2025
This is the most common curse word, mostly used to chase a dog away.

Some may spell it as Tsek
Example

Hey voetsek wena spottie. Go away.

Chief • 10 July 2020


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