Word of the Day — 17 Aug 2026

Humphrey Taremwa Hafiz commonly known as Jah Gold was born and raised in Kampala, He started music at home by listening to tapes on his Father's cassette and listening to Madilu system and Franco Luambo (Tp OK Jazz) ,he then developed his talent more at school and churches where he could lead choirs during his early years.
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Jah Gold Music

Humphrey 29 October 2022
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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
1. Refers to a stupid/childish person.
Example

"ejoh wena o slatsa!"

"bro you're stupid"

Tebogo 01 October 2022

A skrr skrr way of referring to the ancestors.
Example

You fam, the underground gang won't be happy about that.

Mbali 26 April 2021
Slippers or flip-flops (from a coastal town name).
Example

Wear your charlie wote make we go beach.

Africtionary AI 26 July 2026

A younger person, especially a younger male such as a younger brother or son.
Example

Come here my laaitie

Mr Trends 10 July 2020
Rhodes, formally known as Rhodes University, is South Africa’s smallest University, located in Makanda, Eastern Cape.
Example

My friend goes to Rhodes and is known as a Rhodent.

Brazo 27 July 2026

This is Zulu for masturbation.
Example

Uyayishaya indlwabu mfana wami.

Masiya 13 June 2024
when a good dancer knows when to leave the stage.
Example

"Chomi o mpethile ka hit/run and ke cachitse"

Bra frans 04 June 2026

ASAP is an acronym for As Soon As Possible.
Example

I need to see you ASAP.

OD 22 June 2022

6-9

A term that refers to the act of urinating or using the toilet.
Example

This beer is making me 6-9 every 15 minutes.

Chief 24 July 2020


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