Bemba

Bemba refers to both an ethnic group and a language primarily found in Zambia. It is a Bantu language spoken by millions of people, making it one of the most widely spoken indigenous languages in Zambia.


I need to relearn Bemba.



Tsireledzo

It is a Venda name which means protection.


People use condoms as a way of protection.



419 fraud

A scam that typically involves promising the victim a significant share of a large sum of money, in return for a small up-front payment, which the fraudster claims will be used to obtain the large sum


419 fraud has increased significantly in recent years.



Nerovwo

Nerovwo mean Hear pray.


Nerovwo; nerovwo mē , here my prayer



Gqolo

igqolo is a Xhosa term for a stingy person.


Did you expect a trip to Durban but you know you are dating igqolo.



Fiti

Fiti is derived from the term "fit" and is used to describe something that is good, cool, or trendy.


Unapendeza, hizo nguo ni fiti!
You look great, those clothes are cool!



Malawi

A landlocked Southern African country known as the 'Warm Heart of Africa', with Lake Malawi.


Malawi relies heavily on agriculture, with tobacco as a major export crop.



Jaiva

To jaiva is to dance.


I need to learn uku jaiva.



Dyan

A Xhosa term for grootman or just a man nje.


Ayicatchi idyan. A dyan doesn't catch feelings.



Tyoka

Tyoka to break


Susan aka tyoka meaning her leg is broken




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