Ntjaka is a Sotho slang term that loosely translates to "my dog". It is used in the context of a friend (my friend).
Example
I'll see you tomorrow, ntjaka.
Okpo is a person, in particular a woman, who engages in sexual activity for payment
Example
I want go carry Okpo
Dankie is an Afrikaans term for "thank you". It is however used informally in almost all the South African languages for showing gratitude.
Example
Man 1: You left your phone in the bathroom, I left it at the reception.
Man 2: Dankie, chief.
An Afrikaans word that has multiple meanings and which can be used in various contexts to describe many things from people to food to inanimate objects. It is used to convey the meaning of great, delicious, nice or fun. Make sure to roll the ‘r’ when pronouncing the word.
Example
That new movie is lekker!
That bunny chow was lekker!
I’m lekker, bru!
Curry served in a hollowed-out half-loaf of bread, with the hollowed-out piece of bread placed on top.
Example
I am gonna have a bunny chow for lunch.
Example
Don’t tell me about that haganapayi, azithi dadobawo pha.
Ipipi is a term in South Africa that means a penis.
Example
Unepipi enkulu.
He has a big penis.
Can be called "nqaba" is another word for Castle Lager, one of South Africa's favourite beer.
Example
I am definitely buying myself inqaba after work.
Egypt's sprawling capital on the Nile, home to ancient pyramids and modern urban life.
Example
Cairo's Khan el-Khalili bazaar has been trading since the 14th century.
© 2020 Africtionary®