Word of the Day — 17 Sep 2026

Stokoloko is a Xhosa informal term for a "dog without teeth". The term can be used to refer to someone who is not a threat.
Example

Haisuka ngu stokoloko lo, inja engenamazinyo.

MXhosa 30 May 2021
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Popularised by rapper Cassper Nyovest, Hosh karamaima means an exceptionally beautiful and distinguished woman characterised by a harmonious blend of striking physical features and admirable qualities.
Example

Have you seen my wife? Hosh Karamaima!

Themba 27 March 2025
A nickname name united by two best friends meaning loyalty,ever last and trust between two names Junior and Moses aiming that the two remain friends forever
Example

Example Junior and Moses united can be refered as Junimo in one

Ed 30 August 2022

Someone who is not good at something
Example

Chomi ya ka ke patla ka bolo

Philly Kabelo 28 November 2022
Bundus is a term used to refer to the rural areas. It’s mostly used by people in the burbs to β€œlook down” on those ones who come from the rural areas.
Example

You can see the way he speaks that he’s from the bundus.

Brazo 28 July 2026

Ingxaza is a Xhosa slang term for pants.
Example

β€œChapha chapha chapha, amanzi ingxaza yam”

MXhosa 06 October 2023
An expression of agreement or that something is exactly right.
Example

Gbam! You talk true.

Admin 26 July 2026

Currency of Zimbabwe (ZWL) issued by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe.
Example

Reintroduced in 2019 after a decade of using foreign currencies.

Travel Admin 21 July 2025
To leave, move away, or get out of the way.
Example

Comot for road!

Africtionary AI 26 July 2026

Ku bird is a term that means "it's bad". Like when the situation gets really really bad. People use "bird" because it sounds the same as "bad".
Example

I only have R3.50 in my bank account. Ku bird!

Marawa 06 June 2021
Haganapayi or haganapie is a Xhosa slang word that means empty head or idiot.
Example

Don’t tell me about that haganapayi, azithi dadobawo pha.

MXhosa 29 August 2023


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