Word of the Day — 02 Nov 2026
The South African former president.
Example
Times were nice during Jacob Zuma’s time.
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Dankie is an Afrikaans term for "thank you". It is however used informally in almost all the South African languages for showing gratitude.
Example
Man 1: You left your phone in the bathroom, I left it at the reception.
Man 2: Dankie, chief.
A rather mysterious, if not mythical, forefather who invented circumcision as a means of passage into manhood for amaXhosa.
Example
Sibulela uSomagwaza.
We thank Somagwaza.
To show anger or disbelief.
Example
Yeses maan, I am angry. How can this boy do this to me mara.
A privileged boy who has money and lives a flashy lifestyle.
Example
From the way he speaks, you can tell he's such a cheese boy.
Popularised by rapper Cassper Nyovest, Hosh karamaima means an exceptionally beautiful and distinguished woman characterised by a harmonious blend of striking physical features and admirable qualities.
Example
Have you seen my wife? Hosh Karamaima!
(noun)
The situation of slipping, tripping or falling down due to external pressures. These might include tertiary academics, relationships, and being broke.
The situation of slipping, tripping or falling down due to external pressures. These might include tertiary academics, relationships, and being broke.
Example
Brother Bernard, this will kill me a real death.
Example
I still cant believe ndishiywe litopi elidala.
A ZAmbian term used to describe a person, usually a male.
Plural is Ohns.
Example
The ohns are on the way to the house. It's gonna be lit.
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