Word of the Day — 05 Sep 2026
It literally means a farmer makes a plan.
It’s testament to the fact that the Afrikaner will figure stuff out. If there’s a problem, he’ll find a workaround. If something is scarce, he’ll find a substitute.
It’s testament to the fact that the Afrikaner will figure stuff out. If there’s a problem, he’ll find a workaround. If something is scarce, he’ll find a substitute.
Example
These power cuts are annoying but 'n Boer maak 'n plan.
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A Mabena is a person who is always making mistakes and who is a disappointment.
Example
Disappoint me again, Mabena.
Creatures which must be avoided by all men To live a peaceful life.
Example
“Bafazi Abanangcondo outy yami”
Bosso is a slang term for boss.
Boss is someone who spins a car asa e namela.
Boss is someone who eats Rice Crispy with Whiskey.
Boss is someone who spins a car asa e namela.
Boss is someone who eats Rice Crispy with Whiskey.
Example
That guy ke bosso.
Baps is a South African slang term for sex.
Umakoti is a Nguni term for a bride or bride to be.
Example
Are you ready to be umakoti apha ekhaya?
A meal that is generally cooked on Sundays in many households across Mzansi.
It is coined as 7 colours because it comprises a lot of colourful ingredients; a mix of vegetables, starch and meat that make up various colours.
It is coined as 7 colours because it comprises a lot of colourful ingredients; a mix of vegetables, starch and meat that make up various colours.
Example
I went home last weekend and my highlight was the 7 colours oledi cooked.
Chomi is a South African slang term for "friend", "pal", "mate".
Example
Chomi, let's go out tonight.
An informal convenience store, usually run from home or some corner in the neighbourhood.
Example
Go buy some bread at the spaza shop.
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