A skrr skrr way of referring to the ancestors.
Example
You fam, the underground gang won't be happy about that.
Example
The dinar was introduced in 1960, replacing the franc.
This refers to a chewing gum or bubble gum. It was borrowed from a popular brand by the same name.
Example
Can I have some Chappies, my breath doesn’t smell nice after smoking.
Example
As soon as he gets paid, his money goes to iskopari.
This is a very dangerous virus that is mostly spread through sexual intercourse. It currently has no cure but can be managed through medication. If not managed, it can develop into AIDS and intimately kill the person.
Example
People are no longer scared of HIV, the way is see so much random hookups.
This is a common Nigerian greeting that means "How is everything?" or "How is it going?". It is a simple, informal greeting that’s best used with people you know well, or in casual settings.
Example
Hey man, How far?
The word referring to a "Place", could be a Home, special venue or any place.
Example
We will meet at my Pozi..We will meet at my house.
Mamboyi is a colloquial term for alcoholic beverage, Old Buck.
Example
I only drink Mamboyi when I’m in the bundus.
A tswape is a South African term for a massive wedgy (when your underwear is stuck between your butt cheeks).
Example
I had a tswepe during the people and I was so embarrassed to remove it.
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