Category: General
An African proverb (apparently), is taken from Xhosa and directly translate to "where do you enter?". It means how is that/this any of your concern?
Example
Guy: I don't like the fact that you smoke.
Girl: Ungenaphi?
Can also be spelled Bhabhalaza, Babalaz, bhabhalazi - is a hangover or that feeling in the morning after a night of heavy drinking.
Example
I'm struggling to wake up today because babalaas is nyisaring me.
A South African dance where the person squats and kicks at the same time. It is one of the most popular dances in South Africa.
Example
Look at how she does the vosho. You can see that she is a regular at groove.
Example
I just need 2 drata then I'll be fine.
A kasi word that is used to refer to money.
Example
I just need some zaka to buy the braai meat and all will be well
A lunchbox; a portable, usually plastic, container for food, such as Tupperware.
Also occurs as skaftien, skhafthin
Also occurs as skaftien, skhafthin
Example
Plase bring a skaftin, I want to put my leftovers.
Relaxing, socialising with friends over drinks and sometimes some braai meat at someone’s home, tavern, club or at a pub.
Example
I'm planning a chillas this coming weekend at my place.
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