Illegal drinking place. In South Africa, it refers to unlicensed bars in Kasi and has become a mainstream word.
Example

I last saw him drinking Zamalek at the shebeen yesterday.

MXhosa • 18 April 2022
Mama is a term used to refer to a mother.
Example

Mama I love you.

Siya • 13 June 2024

A Zulu word used to say “I’m going to give you a hiding/spanking”
Example

After disrespecting my mom
She said to me, “ngizokubonya” , I knew I was in a serious spanking

Lungi • 21 July 2026
Fong Kong is a term generally used in South Africa to refer to a fake item (it can be fake clothing, fake phone, anything fake).
Example

I won't buy from Sis Ntosh, she sells Fong Kong Air forces.

DRex • 30 August 2024

Pap

Limpopo people's favourite food, made from maize meal.
Example

We need more pap for the braai.

Sinazo • 11 April 2021
If you say that something will happen with immediate effect or with effect from a particular time, you mean that it will begin to apply or be valid immediately or from the stated time.
Example

No one:

Cyril Ramaphosa: The sale of alcohol is suspended with immediate effect!

Mr Trends • 12 July 2020

A name for someone who is famous than a celebrity on facebook.
Example

1. My name is Feleb

2. I will rather be a feleb than a celeb

Mr Lincoln • 07 February 2026
A party/celebration held after a funeral to celebrate the deceased person's life.
Example

Where are we having the After Tears?

Danny • 15 April 2021

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.

Skhokho • 02 May 2025
A kasi term that is used to refer to an older man. It is borrowed from Afrikaans and has a direct translation of big man.
Example

Sure grootman, zkhiphani.

DRex • 19 April 2021


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