Words by Themba
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Imbudlu-mbudlu is a Xhosa colloquial term for a chubby or fat person.
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Did you see him, yimbudlu-middle after he got a job.
Nongendi is a Xhosa word/name for a nun. It directly translates to “one who cannot get married”.
Example
Usisi wam nguNongendi.
My sister is a nun.
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What’s that smell? 🤢
Ungodly isabhongo usisi wakho.
In South Africa, Model C was the semi-private schools back in the day which were initially only allowing whites.
Example
He speaks that Model C English.
Example
Okes were having fun last night at the rugby game.
South African rapper and businessman, regarded as one of the best rappers in the African continent.
Example
Cassper Nyovest ke star!
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.
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Have you seen my wife? Hosh Karamaima!
Pifta is a new Xhosa slang word for Penis. It’s a different variation of the Xhosa word Pipi, which means penis.
Example
Makrwalaz: New year, new Pifta.
Bhefta is a new Xhosa slang word for vagina. It is a variation of the Xhosa word, Bhentse, which means vagina.
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Ndiyayithanda iBhefta take.
Unomokhwe is a Xhosa term for a hoe or whore.
Example
I hope la nomokhwe can rest in agony.
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