Is not make sure

To say that something is not good, not convincing, an overreach or delusional at the worst.


Ay this new Amapiano dance trend on TikTok is not make sure.



Matric

The last year of high school (grade 12).


I can't wait to do my matric.



Amabhokobhoko

Amabhokobhoko is the name used to refer to the South African men's rugby team (Springboks).


I won't be available this weekend, I will be watching Amabhokobhoko.



Tao

Tao is a slang term for a 'thousand' (money).


My life would be better if I could get 5 tao right now.



Lagos

Nigeria's commercial hub and Africa's most populous city, known for its vibrant energy.


Lagos' Lekki Free Zone is transforming Nigeria's industrial landscape.



Kuningi

Kuningi is a popular Zulu term that means it's a lot. It is frequently used by social media users to express feeling overwhelmed by too much information or multiple challenges at once.


A lot is going on in Mzansi right now. Kuningi and it's getting kuningier.



Gwala

Gwala is a Nguni term for a coward.


Ey that grootman ligwala.



Tiger

Not to be confused with the animal... This refers to R10 (Ten Rands). One tiger would mean R10, Two tiger would mean R20, Five tiger - R50, etc. When you get to R100, it becomes a Klipa. R200 - Two klipa, etc.


We only need 3 tiger to add to the money we have and get that case of beer.



Nindahlule

Nindahlule is a general Xhosa phrase meaning I'm in disbelief .


out of disappointment : "yho hayi nindahlule"



Hun

Hun is a South African slang term for a girl or chick.


Khayelitsha huns will finish your money and leave you.




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