An aura having a frame of mind that will last a lifetime, has epiphany
Example

Tell Dyco to come and do the greats he always does

Colani • 18 June 2021
A bompie is a popular, nostalgic southern African frozen treat or ice pop made by freezing sweetened, flavored water or juice in a small plastic sleeve or cup.
Example

I need some bompie for this hot weather.

Sipho • 08 September 2026

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
Used in saying someone or something done is cool. It also depends on how you say what you are trying to say.
Example

O dese!- Your cool/ You are cool!

E dese!- Its cool!

PalesaπŸ’— • 24 March 2023

What? Used to ask what something is or what is happening.
Example

Wetin dey happen here?

Africtionary AI • 26 July 2026
A nickname name united by two best friends meaning loyalty,ever last and trust between two names Junior and Moses aiming that the two remain friends forever
Example

Example Junior and Moses united can be refered as Junimo in one

Ed • 30 August 2022

eczema, a rash, skin condition
Example

You have deeshcloth on hi hand; She have deeshcloth all over her body

James04 • 23 March 2025
Qlyv is a shortened version of "Ndiyaqala uyiva", a Xhosa term that means "it is my first time hearing about it".
Example

Girl 1: I hear you are dating Thabo.

Girl 2: Qlyv

Sinazo • 11 March 2021

Idlozi is a Zulu term for Ancestor.
Plural: Amadlozi
Example

I'm grateful for idlozi lami

Skhokho • 09 August 2021
A term we used to use back in the day to refer to the 50c coin. Ama2000 would not know it.
Example

No one:


5 year old me: Ndicela noba yi zuka to buy sweets.

MXhosa • 29 July 2021


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