Dlala
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Dlala is a South African term that means to play.
Example
Sidlala i diski.
We are playing football.
Yoh
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A popular South African expression used to show shock, surprise or excitement.
Example
Yho, I can’t believe he left her.
Boyzen
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A South African slang term that means a guy, a friend or even a young boy.
Example
Zthini boyzen?
How’s it going my boy?
Sycophant
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A person who does extra favors to get a favor
Example
The manager surrounded himself with sycophant who praised every decision, no matter how flawed
Finish and Klaar
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A popular South African colloquial phrase that means something is completely done, final, and not open for discussion. The expression combines the English word "finish" with the Afrikaans word klaar (which also means finished or done). Saying both together creates a redundant yet powerful double emphasis.
Example
You are not going to that party, finish and klaar!
Bompie
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A bompie is a popular, nostalgic southern African frozen treat or ice pop made by freezing sweetened, flavored water or juice in a small plastic sleeve or cup.
Example
I need some bompie for this hot weather.
An errand boy, one who does menial chores for another without pay, a follower or ‘willing slave’.
Example
Can you go to the shop for me?
You think I’m your bum-boy?
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