Tsek is a shortened version of Voetsek, an insulting dismissal or exclamation of disgust.
Example
Tsek wena, I don't want to talk to you.
Itshemba (pronounced Chamber) is what Xhosa people call a bucket used to pee at night, to avoid going to pee outside. This is used when there is no inside toilet.
Example
Baby iphi itshemba, I want to pee.
Sapa is the state of being broke or not having money or food at your disposal
Example
So finally Sapa don catch this guy
Guy sapa hold me like this no be lie
Fong Kong is a term generally used in South Africa to refer to a fake item (it can be fake clothing, fake phone, anything fake).
Example
I won't buy from Sis Ntosh, she sells Fong Kong Air forces.
In Zulu/Xhosa mythology, Tikoloshe, Tokoloshe, Tokolotshe, De'Avion or Hili is a dwarf-like water sprite. It is considered a mischievous and evil spirit that can become invisible by drinking water or swallowing a stone. Tokoloshes are called upon by malevolent people to cause trouble for others.
Example
*My child misbehaves*
Me: If you don't behave, I will call the tikoloshe to beat you.
A phrase that is used to describe similar things, people, behaviors or situations.
Example
ANC supporters and Bushiri supporters - Same WhatsApp group!
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