A phrase that is used to describe similar things, people, behaviors or situations.
Example
ANC supporters and Bushiri supporters - Same WhatsApp group!
It's the face of a person who has been drinking for a long time / a drunkard. That face that looks like leather.
Example
This person is old, can't you see that phuza face?
To flee, run away, or emigrate abroad. From Yoruba "ja pa" (to run).
Example
Many youth wan japa go abroad.
when a good dancer knows when to leave the stage.
Example
"Chomi o mpethile ka hit/run and ke cachitse"
A South African term that denotes that a person or thing that is authentic, real, or legitimate.
Example
Zambuk is the real makoya.
Bhisho is an unknown ghost town that happens to be the Capital of the Eastern Cape province for some reason.
Example
You would have to pay me to stay in Bhisho.
Ijaja is a widely used South African slang term to refer to God.
Example
I don't care what you say, ijaja is my witness.
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