Example
I don't like squats cause I don' t wanna be a mapakisha.
Popularised by rapper Cassper Nyovest, Hosh karamaima means an exceptionally beautiful and distinguished woman characterised by a harmonious blend of striking physical features and admirable qualities.
Example
Have you seen my wife? Hosh Karamaima!
A situation where you don't have money and you have no means of getting it.
Example
I'm so Meneer Magongwa these days.
NMU (formerly known as NMMU) is Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. It is the University you go to when you get rejected at Rhodes.
Example
You no want this kpekus?
Umkhonto is a Nguni term or word for a spear (the weapon).
Example
Ndicela undinike umkhonto wam.
Can you please give me my spear.
Malegeni is a slang term used in Zambia to refer to a catapult or a slingshot. It is typically a Y-shaped wooden branch with rubber bands attached, used to shoot small stones or pellets.
Example
The politician waved a malegeni during the rally to make a symbolic statement against the government.
A person, usually a blesser or sugar mama who just swipes his/her card without any hesitation.
Example
We are out of beer... mswapheni
We are out of meat... mswapheni
Ballie is a Term in Mzansi that refers to an old man or a father.
Example
I met this other ballie yesterday and he gave me some good dating advice.
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