Pardon me. Particularly in an official and formal setting e.g. in a meeting or when asking for forgiveness from the elderly.
Example
"Ngxe, bantakwethu." - Pardon me, my kin.
An exclamation used to congratulate someone, honour or praise someone or something, or to express joy or celebration; ‘Bravo!’, ‘Hooray!’.
Example
Halala, siyakubongela sisi.
The best soccer player South Africa has ever produced.
Example
Teko Modise played for Orlando Pirates.
Igwijo or amagwijo are Xhosa songs that are usually sung in events such as sporting events or traditional events. They are sometimes made up on the spot.
Example
I'm only going to that game for amagwijo.
Example
My dad is always listening to Mbhaqanga.
Gauteng is the smallest yet richest province in South Africa. That is where you will find Johannesburg and Pitori
Example
I was born and raised in the Gauteng Province.
Gutamo means to help someone with something or help someone with something he/she needs.
Example
Vane nkutemo se??
A West African country recovering from civil war, known for diamonds and beautiful beaches.
Example
Freetown, Sierra Leone's capital, was founded as a home for freed slaves.
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