Example
Kwesta is my favourite South African rapper.
Foolish; senseless; not genuine; sub-standard; stupid
Example
My man, I do na like dat flakajay talk.Plea make sure the phone you bi is na flakajay
From the Bemba word "to finish," it's used to mean "it's over," "it's done," or "that's it." It can also be used to end a conversation or a situation.
Example
The meeting has ended. Chapwa.
Kenya's capital and East Africa's tech hub, with thriving startups and wildlife parks.
Example
Nairobi National Park offers safari experiences just minutes from the city center.
A popular South African Slang term for 'a long time ago' or 'back in the day'
Example
I know your dad from van toeka.
Gurans is a slang term used by Cape Town Xhosa speaking community that means war between rival gangs or individuals.
Example
Ingathi ikhona igurans between lamajita.
It looks like there is some war/conflict between those guys.
Gqirhy or gqwirhi is an informal Xhosa term used to refer to jealous or black magic tendencies.
Example
I bought this car last month and today someone stole it. Yhu ni gqwirhy kulendawo
Valaza is the nickname of Valentines Day. You know South Africans like shortening words.
Example
I need to find a date for Valaza next year.
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