This term is commonly used to refer to a very beautiful and attractive girl. This word originates from S'pitori, commonly known as Pretoria.
Example

Tjo ngwana ona na ke lepyatla.

Olebogeng • 21 July 2020
Can also be spelled Bhabhalaza, Babalaz, bhabhalazi - is a hangover or that feeling in the morning after a night of heavy drinking.
Example

I'm struggling to wake up today because babalaas is nyisaring me.

Sinazo • 12 April 2021

What's going on, what's up
Example

Hey, dintshang?

Thusanang Kennedy • 21 July 2023
An iceboy / ice boy is a broke guy who drinks with guys who have money (usually guys he grew up with). They send him around to buy ice, open the beers for them and do all crazy things because he does not contribute financially.
Example

Don't be fooled by all that alcohol he is carrying, he is just an iceboy and not the moreki.

Varsity Dude • 05 May 2021

Crook; out-smart; cunning; well-experienced
Example

Dis girl da kubaNo, I am a kuba. I still learnin

James04 • 23 March 2025
Umgxobhozo yindawo echifichifi ngenxa yodaka namanzi, emva kokuba kunethe imvula ngamandla.

In English umgxobhozo is a swamp.
Example

Ngenxa yokuqhuba amatakane, uyise kaThando uthe dyumpu emgxobhozweni.

Khingh • 21 September 2025

Africtionary is an online dictionary dedicated to African slang. It aims to document and preserve the diverse and evolving language of the African continent.
Example

I found the definition on Africtionary.

Admin • 14 March 2025
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.
Example

Have you seen my wife? Hosh Karamaima!

Themba • 27 March 2025

Ufasti is a term Xhosa people use to refer to the main chick or main partner. Some call it 560.
Example

Ngufasti wam lawey
She is my main girlfriend

MXhosa • 06 July 2021
Ability to act calm or confident.
Example

This football team is poised to win the match.

Pronunciation
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JABUMGWENA • 13 September 2026


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