Words by MzansiEdits
First Word Verified
Okapi
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Okapi is a term used to describe a pocket knife. It was derived from a famous South African knife brand by the name Okapi.
Example
In South Africa, if you don't have a gun, at least have an Okapi.
Chomi is a South African slang term for "friend", "pal", "mate".
Example
Chomi, let's go out tonight.
Zambuk Ointment is a popular ointment used for temporary relief of pain and itch. In Mzansi, it is mostly used for lips. People carry it in their pockets and bags. It is one of the most stolen items, together with pens at school.
Example
Can I use your zambuk.
"Khongolose" is a Zulu word, often used colloquially, that translates to "congress" or "the ANC," which stands for the African National Congress, a South African political party. It's essentially a slang term or a nickname for the ANC.
Example
Phatha Khongolose, phatha.
The youth structures of the ANC, founded during the 1940s.
Example
I used to be a member of the ANCYL.
Tsek is a shortened version of Voetsek, an insulting dismissal or exclamation of disgust.
Example
Tsek wena, I don't want to talk to you.
A South African term that denotes that a person or thing that is authentic, real, or legitimate.
Example
Zambuk is the real makoya.
An exclamation used to congratulate someone, honour or praise someone or something, or to express joy or celebration; ‘Bravo!’, ‘Hooray!’.
Example
Halala, siyakubongela sisi.
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