It is a hybrid-kinyarwada word invented by RCA bwoys to mean the act of being in a great trouble that can even lead to loss of life as well as some body parts.
Example

If he finds you during the same moment, he will widen you. (Arakwagura)

KEEN • 07 November 2023
is a pedi name that's usually uttered by stingy limpopian males when refusing to give huns the money.
Example

"Ke bea Bomma pele"

Pronunciation
by Bra frans
Bra frans • 04 June 2026

Thonqo is a Xhosa slang term for an idiot or a fool.
Example

Haisuka ngu thonqo lo

This is an idiot.

MXhosa • 27 July 2023
A widely used noun and verb for an outdoor β€˜barbecue’ where meat is cooked over a fire or coal. A braai is a popular social event in South Africa and even has its own dedicated public holiday, known as National Braai Day, which coincides with Heritage Day celebrated annually on September 24.
Example

Let's go buy some beer and some meat for tonight's braai.

DRex • 16 July 2020

An East African country with Serengeti, Zanzibar, and Mount Kilimanjaro, known for stability.
Example

Tanzania's Swahili coast blends African, Arab, and European influences.

Travel Admin • 23 June 2025
Imfusi is a Xhosa term that refers to a person who is born after twins, i.e a younger brother or sister of a twin.
Example

He was born after twins, that’s why they named him Mfusi.

Chief • 07 August 2026

One thing that makes men go crazy
Example

Ndizthandela nje impundu

iDyan ayinophila uba ayityi mpundu

Sibeko • 07 June 2023
Currency of Tunisia (TND) issued by the Central Bank of Tunisia. 1 Dinar = 1000 millimes.
Example

The dinar was introduced in 1960, replacing the franc.

Travel Admin • 21 July 2025

The most successful soccer team in South Africa (and most rich). It is nicknamed masandawana or kabo yellow.
Example

Mamelodi Sundowns is winning the league again this season, after snatching it from Kaizer Chiefs last season on the last game.

MXhosa • 13 May 2021
Afrikaners are a South African ethnic group descended from predominantly Dutch settlers first arriving at the Cape of Good Hope in the 17th and 18th centuries
Example

Contrary to popular belief, Afrikaners are also Africans.

Gert • 04 November 2022


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