Die poppie sal dans is a popular South African term that means there will be trouble or havoc.
The direct translation from Afrikaans is: The dolls will dance
The direct translation from Afrikaans is: The dolls will dance
Example
Mom told them to take out the meat from the freezer in the morning and they forgot. Die poppie sal dans when she comes back from church.
From the Bemba word "to finish," it's used to mean "it's over," "it's done," or "that's it." It can also be used to end a conversation or a situation.
Example
The meeting has ended. Chapwa.
A highly popular, fast-paced trick-taking card game that originated among the Indian South African community in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
Example
I like playing some thunee with my friends.
a person that wont let you rob or disrespect him.
Example
You better treat me with respect others i will show you my Ricks side.
A Xhosa term that directly translates to "y'all would shit".
Example
No one:
Black Coffee: Ninganya
Tsek is a shortened version of Voetsek, an insulting dismissal or exclamation of disgust.
Example
Tsek wena, I don't want to talk to you.
A Xhosa term that means for nothing. Free; obtained without payment or difficulty.
Example
Buy 1 drink and get the second one simahla.
Thaema (pronounced timer) is a Setswana term which covers from “old timer”. It is used like you would use the word dad.
Example
Thaema, can I borrow P200 for some food.
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