Inyanga

Inyanga is mostly a traditional herbalist and does not usually perform rituals that are common to those that a Sangoma performs.


I went to see Inyanga when I was not feeling well.



Simahla

A Xhosa term that means for nothing. Free; obtained without payment or difficulty.


Buy 1 drink and get the second one simahla.



The Vid

Slang for the Covid-19 virus. Derived from the word "Covid"


I had the 'Vid last month. Had to go to a quarantine site for 14 days.



Jiva

Jiva is a kasi term for dancing. It can also be spelt as Jaiva.


Ey wena uyathanda uku jiva.
You like dancing



Liyabona

Seeing


Liyabona iso lika thixo



Mamazala

Mamazala is a term used to refer to mother-in-law.


I'm so happy with my mamazala, unlike many people.



Laduma

Laduma is a South African phrase that is generally spoken (or screamed) when a goal is scored in soccer.


What a goal... Laduuuuuuumaaaa!!!



GAETZ

Touchline Operator, MBUZI.
One feels pressure when he is around


“Dai man ke GAETZ“



Friskay

Wild, rude, overactive, disobedient


Dis boy friskay-o



Gomora

The nickname for township of Alexandra in Johannesburg., also known as Alex. It has been compared to the Gomora in the Bible.


If you value your safety, don't drive in Gomora at night




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