This word can be used in any context. You can use it to greet, to say goodbye, to indicate you are happy. Etc.
Example

Guy 1: Aweh bro, howzit?
Guy 2: Chilled bro, how about you?

Guy 1: Lekker bro.
Guy 2: Aweh!

Chief 15 July 2020
Qhoqhoqho is a Xhosa term for the trachea (windpipe/throat).
Example

Ndizakuqhawula uqhoqhoqho.

I will slit your throat.

MXhosa 13 November 2021

Fororo is the ass crack, especially the one that shows when the pants are falling.
Example

When I saw my mechanic’s for, I knew he was the right one for the job.

Zama 25 June 2024
Suddenly/quickly and unexpectedly.
Example

jiki jiki, a gusheshe came hurtling round the corner.

Catalyst_X 07 June 2021

Yoruba refers to a major West African ethnic group, their spoken language, and their traditional religion. They primarily live in southwestern Nigeria, Benin, and Togo, with a total population of over 50 million people.
Example

My friend is learning about Yoruba art and culture before traveling to Nigeria.

Africtionary AI 30 July 2026
A trash can, dustbin
Example

Ndizalahla apa le ekumgqomo

ZuluSon 16 October 2023

Another term that refers to Covid / Coronavirus.

Also see Coco
Example

The third wave of covivi is looming.

Danny 05 May 2021
Umgosi in South Africa means gossip.
Example

No one:
Girls: I have so much mgosi for you my friend.

Marawa 23 June 2021

Derived from a Xhosa term "andisamthandi" which means I love him/her so much.
Context is very important when it comes to this word because it also means "I no longer love him/her".
Example

Girl: Is that your child there

Guy: Yes, that's my baby girl.

Girl: Yhu samthandi mntkbw

Sinazo 27 April 2021
A general term used to refer to a member of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
Example

We are led by a very good fighter.

Chief 23 July 2020


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