Word of the Day — 09 Aug 2026

Xhosa for adventure. Also the nickname of the last independent Xhosa Paramount Chief. His birth name was Zotana. Often referred to as Sarhili from Sa - sire and Rhili - adventure. It means the father of adventure. As a youth he was said to have been an adventurist.
Example

I am going for a rhili.

Sgasa 21 May 2025
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The East Rand is a major urban area located in the Gauteng province of South Africa. It includes the towns of Bedfordview, Benoni, Boksburg, Brakpan, Edenvale, Germiston, Kempton Park, Linksfield and Modderfontein.
Example

I grew up in the East Rand.

Maps 14 June 2024
Jukulyn is a very dangerous area of Soshanguve, beginning at the north end of the Mabopane Highway. Ambulances, courier services, e-hailing taxis and even pizza deliveries are a no-go in Jukulyn.
Example

She wanted me to go pick her up kgante she stays in Jukulyn. I am not risking my life.

Morena 24 May 2024

Another slang term for South Africa.

Also see South Ah
Example

Madumane: Thank you Sauta for the love.

Skhokho 28 April 2021
Nyoviolas is a playful variation or nickname referencing South African rapper Cassper Nyovest, often styled as "Don Nyoviolas".
Example

Ola Nyoviolas, I am your biggest fan.

Skhokho 16 June 2025

A Central African country with diverse geography, cultures, and languages, often called 'Africa in miniature'.
Example

Cameroon's national football team is nicknamed the Indomitable Lions.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025

Chop bar

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A local restaurant serving traditional Ghanaian food.
Example

We chop fufu for the chop bar.

Africtionary AI 26 July 2026

Shona

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The Shona language (chiShona) is a major Bantu language spoken primarily in Zimbabwe, where it holds official status alongside English and Ndebele. It belongs to the Niger-Congo language family and is one of the most widely spoken Bantu languages in Southern Africa.
Example

I need to learn some Shona before visiting my friend in Harare.

Travel Admin 30 July 2026
This is a term used to refer to someone who smokes nyaope.
Example

These nyaope boys would kill you for R5.

DRex 19 July 2020

A landlocked country with rich natural resources but political instability, featuring rainforests and savannas.
Example

The Central African Republic has struggled with conflict despite its mineral wealth.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025
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
Example

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

MXhosa 10 May 2022


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