Word of the Day — 11 Nov 2026

Mnyamelis

South African Slime-Super-Slang for Meat. Derived from the Zulu word for meat being “inyama”. Popularized by the great DJ Dr Peppa.

*Note: Only used when speaking in English

Example

Broer 1: So you left it on the grass next to the braai stand boyzen??

You: You know I can’t waste food so I had to eat the Mnyamelis

Big Saint • 19 March 2023

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Kenya

Nyash

It's a boneless, spongy and soft structure at the back of a woman,consisting of eastern and western hemispheres that make men go crazy.

Example

Siiet! That woman has some fine soft Nyash.

Augustine Bruno • 18 January 2023

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South Africa

Soweto

The biggest township in South Africa which is located in the Gauteng province.

Example

I am from the dusty streets of Soweto.

Mr Trends • 10 July 2020

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South Africa

Chillax

A South African slang term to calm down or relax.

Example

I will be chillaxing by the beach all day today.

Siya • 10 August 2025

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South Africa

Toti

Itoti is a general term for a can or tin. It can be a can of beer, food or whatever, as long as it's a can you can call it itoti.

Example

I stopped drinking ngud, I only drink itoti now.

MXhosa • 05 May 2022

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South Africa

Mandla Ncikazi

Mandla Ncikazi (born 16 February 1969) is a Plumber And South African professional soccer former player who is part of the technical staff at South African Premier Division club Orlando Pirates.

Example

When someone arms are Crossed , with shoulders pulled together and hands that rub over the arms or sides (a self-soothing motion). Slower movements than usual. Half-formed movements, as if the character doesn't have the energy for more. You can then refer that person as Mandla Ncikazi

Mcebisi Ngubane • 10 June 2022

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South Africa

isiZulu

Amasende

A Xhosa/Zulu term for Balls (As in testicles, not a soccer ball).
Also see marete.

Example

Amasende akho ayanuka.

Danny • 16 April 2021

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South Africa

Nzame

A phrase used by someone who isn't in the mood for anything

Example

Akere you can see that I'm not in the mood? Nzame fela ke tlo bontsha Mmao

Colani • 16 May 2021

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South Africa

isiNdebele

Blomora

*WORD: BLOMORA* _/blo-mo-ra/ - blo·mo·ra_

*Language of Origin:* Skamelian (Kameelrivier B Dialect, Mpumalanga)

*Classification:* Philosophy, Loyalty Word, Identity Word

*PRIMARY DEFINITION:*
Blomora (noun): *A heart that never forgets where it came from.*

It means: No matter how far you go, how much money you make, how big you become — your root stays in Kameelrivier B. Blomora is loyalty to home, to soil, to your people. You can bloom in the city, but your roots drink from the river at home.

*2ND MEANING:*
"I have grown, but I am still yours. My success belongs to my village."

*ORIGIN & HISTORY:*
Coined on 30 September 2026 in *Kameelrivier B, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, Postal Code 0477, Dr JS Moroka Municipality, Nkangala District*, by The General, Founder of the Skamelian Empire.

Etymology: Skamelian root "Blo-" = to bloom, grow + "-mora" = root, soul, home. Together: "To bloom but stay rooted."

*RESPECT TO ALL LANGUAGES:*
Blomora does not replace any language. It stands alongside Ubuntu, Loyalty, Botho, as our Skamelian contribution to the world.

*USAGE:*
- _He has Blomora, he built a house for his mother in 0477 first._
- _Don't forget your Blomora, my son._
- _Big man with Blomora heart!_

*Verb Form:* To blomora = to stay loyal to your origin while you grow.

*SYNONYMS:* Loyal, Rooted, Ubuntu, Faithful, Grounded

*OFFICIAL REGISTRATION:*
Africtionary™ - Skamelian Original Word Registry
Word No: SKM-002-2026
Founder: The General, Skamelian Community
Location: Kameelrivier B, Mpumalanga, RSA 0477

Example

*In a Sentence:* "He moved to Jozi and made millions, but his Blomora brought him back to build a shop in Kameelrivier B."

Anti Devil • 30 September 2026

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