Word of the Day [18 Mar 2026]

Nkawza

Kasi term for cigarette.


Buy me some nkawza.
skyf nkawza da.

Inyanga

Inyanga is mostly a traditional herbalist and does not usually perform rituals that are common to those that a Sangoma performs.


I went to see Inyanga when I was not feeling well.

Mandla Ncikazi

Mandla Ncikazi (born 16 February 1969) is a Plumber And South African professional soccer former player who is part of the technical staff at South African Premier Division club Orlando Pirates.


When someone arms are Crossed , with shoulders pulled together and hands that rub over the arms or sides (a self-soothing motion). Slower movements than usual. Half-formed movements, as if the character doesn't have the energy for more. You can then refer that person as Mandla Ncikazi


Idk

I don't know


When you want to shorten the word I don't know you say it as idk

Pumpum

Pussy


Sharon have a fat pumpum


4-5

A South African slang term for penis


He pulled out his 4-5 out of the blue.

Johannesburg

Johannesburg also known informally as Jozi, Joburg, or "The City of Gold", is the largest city in South Africa. The city was established in 1886 following the discovery of gold on what had been a farm


My friends from Johannesburg don't know anything about struggle.


Chipi

A SePitori term for a beautiful or a hot girl.


My girlfriend ke chipi mara.

Gwijo

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.


I'm only going to that game for amagwijo.


How far

This is a common Nigerian greeting that means "How is everything?" or "How is it going?". It is a simple, informal greeting that’s best used with people you know well, or in casual settings.


Hey man, How far?

Bobby

Bobby is a common name for a dog (usually bad dogs).


Mlume bobby! Mlume!




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