A North African country with ancient civilization heritage, the Nile River, and significant Arab influence.
Example
We marveled at the Pyramids of Giza during our trip to Egypt.
Sbhanxa or sibhanxa is a Xhosa term for an idiot or a fool.
Example
Yeer usisbhanxa ke khona wena ufunda lewey lol
An Indian Ocean archipelago known for luxury tourism, beautiful beaches, and conservation efforts.
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The Seychelles has the smallest population of any African sovereign country.
"'Faa' is a borrowed word used for emphasis, originating from Hausa. It is often used at the end of expressions by Yoruba speakers with a Hausa background or origin. This phenomenon is particularly common among Yoruba people in Ilorin and Kogi.
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Máa na faa= I will beat you.
Another name for Carling Black Label. South Africa's favourite beer. Some may call it Zamalek.
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Yho the babalaas you would swear I was drinking Black Juice.
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Reintroduced in 2019 after a decade of using foreign currencies.
Gutamo means to help someone with something or help someone with something he/she needs.
Example
Vane nkutemo se??
IsiXhosa is a Nguni language that is spoken in South Africa and some parts of Zimbabwe. It is the language with the clicks.
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Ndithetha isiXhosa ekhaya.
I speak Xhosa at home.
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