South Africa
isiXhosa

Mazi

Imazi is a Xhosa term for a female animal.
Example

Ndifuna imazi yegusha.



I want a female sheep.

Xhosa Nostra • 14 July 2025
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South Africa

Eish

Form of exclamation used to express a range of emotions, such as surprise, annoyance, or dissapointment.
Example

Eish, I will stop supporting Kaizer Chiefs because they are always losing.

Mr Trends • 26 July 2020
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South Africa

Chillas

Relaxing, socialising with friends over drinks and sometimes some braai meat at someone’s home, tavern, club or at a pub.
Example

I'm planning a chillas this coming weekend at my place.

Chief • 06 April 2021
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South Africa

Amachankura

Is a slang term for money.
Example

I need amachankura.

Sinazo • 10 May 2021
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South Africa

Fighter

A general term used to refer to a member of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
Example

We are led by a very good fighter.

Chief • 23 July 2020
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South Africa
isiXhosa

Ityala

In Xhosa, ityala can mean multiple things.

1. Ityala can mean debt.

2. Ityala can mean a case (court).

So it all depends on the context.
Example

1. Ityala lam lakwa FNB yi R20 000.

(My FNB debt is R20 000).

2. Ityala lam licinyiwe namhlanje.

(My case was dropped today).

MXhosa • 15 July 2021
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South Africa

Mntkbw

Xhosa term derived from Mntakabawo which directly translates to "My dad's child". This term doesn't necessarily refer to someone you are related to. It can be used to refer to a friend or any random person.
Example

I'm so tired mntkbw.

Sinazo • 07 April 2021
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South Africa
isiZulu

Gqe

Igqe is a derogatory Zulu word for vagina.
Example

Why are you broke when you have igqe?

Skhokho • 09 May 2021
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Algeria

Algeria

A North African country with a rich history, vast Sahara desert, and Mediterranean coastline. Known for its oil reserves and vibrant culture.
Example

I visited Algiers, the capital of Algeria, to explore its fascinating mix of French and Arab influences.

Travel Admin • 23 June 2025
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South Africa
isiXhosa

amapakati

Xhosa plural for a chief’s counsellors. The singular is ipakati. From pachatu an ancient Babylonia word for governor.
Example

My ancestors were amapakati of Chief Ngqika.

Sgasa • 21 May 2025
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