Word of the Day — 02 Nov 2026

The South African former president.
Example

Times were nice during Jacob Zuma’s time.

Chief • 24 July 2026
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Refers to the 50 cents coin.
Example

Kid: How much are these chips

My friend: They are 5 bob, my friend.

Chief • 24 July 2020
Hustles or side gigs to make money, sometimes shady.
Example

She dey do runs to survive.

Admin • 26 July 2026

Is to date someone or being in a relationship.
Example

When did you start ukujola now?

Danny • 06 April 2021
A derogatory Afrikaans slang term for a gay person. Similar to the word faggot in English.
Example

You don’t watch football? ⚽️ you might be a moffie

LinguistZA • 14 December 2022

Nongogo is a vulgar Xhosa term that means a whore.
Example

Ndipeyile namhlanje, I should get unongogo.

I got paid today, I should get a whore.

Xhosa Nostra • 18 July 2025
Also known as Pretoria. This is the capital city of South Africa. The people of this city speak what they call SePitori.
Example

I know I'm a dick, akere I'm from Pitori.

DRex • 19 July 2020

In South Africa, a bakkie refers to a pick-up truck.
Example

I need to get myself a bakkie for when I go to the villages.

Skhokho • 01 May 2021
Umundu is a Human Being
Example

Ekhaya Sifuna Umundu sazoberega

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Anti Devil • 29 July 2026

Administrative capital known for its jacaranda-lined streets and government buildings.
Example

Pretoria's Union Buildings house the South African presidency.

Travel Admin • 23 June 2025
Is a kasi term for a kiss.
Example

You can't even get a lamza from a random chick in the club anymore because of this covid.

Skhokho • 10 May 2021


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