The Shangaan people are a Southern African Bantu ethnic group formed in the 19th century when Zulu warriors led by Soshangane conquered and assimilated indigenous Tsonga people. Primarily residing in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe, they are renowned for a rich culture that blends Nguni traditions with Tsonga language (Xitsonga) and history.
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I am looking for my Shangaan family.
A plumber who is the current coach of Kaizer Chiefs.
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Don’t worry, Arthur Zwane is rebuilding.
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Yho I haven’t seen la poni in a while.
South African slang-term used as a direct substitute for the words “I’m sorry”. Pronounced as Hah-deh.
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Big Bro: Who ate the mnyanelis I left in fridge?!
You: It was me big bro, hade.
Thsuf is another South African street name for crystal meth or tik.
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They smoke thsuf and do iwalk ye phara.
Springboks is the name used to refer to the South African National Rugby Team.
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The Springboks are currently number one in the world.
To flex or to show off
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Nna nkao tempela, net akerato bolela thata, ke dealer ka action.
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Efemena.
Simply means This is my Riches or can also be in a sentence, this is my wealth.
Efemena is an URHOBO Language
An offensive term used to refer to men who suffer from premature ejaculation (men who cum early).
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She says she won't sleep with him again cause he is a 2 minute noodle.
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