Word of the Day — 17 Aug 2026

Humphrey Taremwa Hafiz commonly known as Jah Gold was born and raised in Kampala, He started music at home by listening to tapes on his Father's cassette and listening to Madilu system and Franco Luambo (Tp OK Jazz) ,he then developed his talent more at school and churches where he could lead choirs during his early years.
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Jah Gold Music

Humphrey 29 October 2022
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Idinga is a very formal Xhosa term for a date. Not a date as in 13 May, I mean a date as in you go on a date with someone.
Example

I'm going to the mall at 5, ndinedinga with my wife.

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Example

Did you see the Mr 082 video?

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"A kere" or " Akere" is a commonly spoken interjection in Setswana, which often translates to "is it not?" or "isn't it" in short. It is usually placed at the end of a declarative sentence to turn it into a question.
Example

"Leina la gago ke Thabo, akere?" >> Your name is Tshepo, isn't it?

Mr Trends 19 July 2020
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Example

I am gatvol with Kaizer Chiefs.

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Pere is the Xhosa term for a pear 🍐
Example

Ndifuna ukutya ipere.

I want to eat a pear.

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Also occurs as skaftien, skhafthin
Example

Plase bring a skaftin, I want to put my leftovers.

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Example

Haisuka ngu thonqo lo

This is an idiot.

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Example

Sometimes you'd swear azithi dadobawo kwezi nceku.

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Wild, rude, overactive, disobedient
Example

Dis boy friskay-o

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Example

Sharp fede majita, dintshang da?

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