Example
I am from the dusty streets of Soweto.
Example
Ayicatchi idyan. A dyan doesn't catch feelings.
Example
Ndakukhaba unye endutsu.
Utheth'indutsu.
A situationship is a romantic or sexual relationship that is not considered to be formal or established.
Example
I’m considering turning my situationship into a relationship.
Poephol is afrikaans for an asshole, usually used to reference to people
Example
Jou poepholl!
Translation: you asshole
Another name for Carling Black Label. South Africa's favourite beer. Some may call it Zamalek.
Example
Yho the babalaas you would swear I was drinking Black Juice.
The word is used as an intentional misspelling and pronunciation of the word ‘amandla’ which means strength.
The word was popularised on social media after Naomi Campbell said ‘amandala’ instead of the correct ‘amandla’ at the Global Citizen Festival in 2018.
The word was popularised on social media after Naomi Campbell said ‘amandala’ instead of the correct ‘amandla’ at the Global Citizen Festival in 2018.
Example
You'll be strong. Hayi wethu Amandala to you.
Valaza is the nickname of Valentines Day. You know South Africans like shortening words.
Example
I need to find a date for Valaza next year.
Its a Xhosa word meaning lemme sleep . often used when someone is tired & they want to rest
Example
Andidinwe hayi mandilale
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