Meaning white hair ( Gray hair )
Example
Ubi asha in Urhobo language means white hair (Gray hair)
Ijaja is a widely used South African slang term to refer to God.
Example
I don't care what you say, ijaja is my witness.
In Zulu/Xhosa mythology, Tikoloshe, Tokoloshe, Tokolotshe, De'Avion or Hili is a dwarf-like water sprite. It is considered a mischievous and evil spirit that can become invisible by drinking water or swallowing a stone. Tokoloshes are called upon by malevolent people to cause trouble for others.
Example
*My child misbehaves*
Me: If you don't behave, I will call the tikoloshe to beat you.
A term that all the skrr skrr kids have been using in the comments section of Instagram. Apparently it means something not making sense or stupid.
Example
No one:
Skrr skrr on insta: Nah he tweaking
A cotton-sangoma is someone who is known for their fashion sense & their unique style.
Example
Indeed that lad is a cotton-sangoma
Literally means “apartness” in Afrikaans, apartheid was the policy of racial segregation implemented by the South African National Party from 1948 to 1994, resulting in the oppression and labour exploitation of South Africa’s black majority, and their systematic exclusion from the country’s mainstream economic, educational and social life.
Example
The struggles of black people we see today is the legacy of the apartheid regime.
A favorite South African snack made from dried and salted meat, similar to beef jerky. It is mostly loved by white South Africans when watching their rugby games.
Example
Let's grab some biltong before we watch the game.
Ede Eki meaning "market day"
This language is spoken by Urhobo in Delta State Nigeria.
This language is spoken by Urhobo in Delta State Nigeria.
Example
Today is Ede Eki , today is market day .
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