Conductor driver assistant who collects fares.
Example

I can't drive dis truck without a carboy

James04 • 23 March 2025
South African slang term for R100 (1 Hundred Rands).

Some call it Klipa.
Example

I just need 2 drata then I'll be fine.

Sinazo • 08 April 2021

Nyash is a big,soft and round object behind a womans back like two planets
Example

I doggy style your nyash

Ten toes • 15 August 2023
Mfowethu is a Nguni term for "my brother". It can be used to refer to any male, it doesn't have to be your biological brother. It's like saying "bro".
Example

Sure mfowethu, I will see you tomorrow.

Pronunciation
by MXhosa
MXhosa • 25 July 2025

Gregre is a Xhosa slang term for vagina.
Example

Ndibawela igregre namhlanje.

MXhosa • 28 June 2025
Form of exclamation used to express a range of emotions, such as surprise, annoyance, or dissapointment.
Example

Eish, I will stop supporting Kaizer Chiefs because they are always losing.

Mr Trends • 26 July 2020

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.

Mbali • 09 April 2021
A person who is not scared of anything. Willing to risk it all, including career and own life for a man.
Example

I got myself igudumana, I’m sorted for life.

DRex • 13 April 2023

This is the most common curse word, mostly used to chase a dog away.

Some may spell it as Tsek
Example

Hey voetsek wena spottie. Go away.

Chief • 10 July 2020
This is a common Nigerian greeting that means "How is everything?" or "How is it going?". It is a simple, informal greeting that’s best used with people you know well, or in casual settings.
Example

Hey man, How far?

Adeola • 27 July 2020


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