Also known as S'Pitori, is the language spoken by native people of Pretoria (Pitori). It is a combination of Pedi and Tswana, with a bit of Tsotsi taal.
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I speak a bit of Tswana plus sepitori.
To say that something is not good, not convincing, an overreach or delusional at the worst.
Example
Ay this new Amapiano dance trend on TikTok is not make sure.
South African slang term for the club, tavern, party, all the nice places.
Example
I miss how groove was before lockdown.
irhem is a colloquial Xhosa term mostly used by ama dyan from East London (eMonti) to refer to sex or a vagina.
Example
Bendisitya irhem izolo.
Sol Phenduka is a South African Podcaster, DJ and Radio personality who is the co-host of the popular podcast called Podcast and Chill, alongside MacG and Ghost Lady.
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I always listen to the Podcast and Chill for Sol Phenduka's puns.
Common South African greeting that translates roughly as βHow are you?β, βHow are things?β or just βHelloβ. It is derived from βHow is it?β
Example
Ola my bro, howzit there?
Is an acronym mostly used in social media for hit me up (get in touch with me).
Example
If you are looking to buy tickets, hmu.
Commercial hub with distinctive architecture blending Ethiopian and French styles.
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Dire Dawa's Kezira district features unique arcaded buildings.
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