Venda or Tshivenda is a Bantu language and an official language of South Africa and Zimbabwe. It is mainly spoken by the Venda people or Vhaven?a in the northern part of South Africa's Limpopo province, as well as by some Lemba people in South Africa.
Example
MacG is Venda, by the way.
Something bad, tough, or intense; can also mean cool depending on context.
Example
Hiyo story ni noma sana.
Xhosa term derived from Mntakabawo which directly translates to "My dad's child". This term doesn't necessarily refer to someone you are related to. It can be used to refer to a friend or any random person.
Example
I'm so tired mntkbw.
Izinganekwane izingxoxo ezazixoxwa ogogo/omama/omkhulu Kanye nobaba.Zaxoxelwa abantwana ngesikhathi sakudala.
Example
Umama uxoxela izingane zakhe inganekwane.
Pronunciation
by Siyanda Ndima
Example
Masambe siye eKhaltsha, mfowethu.
The Northern Cape is South Africa's largest province, with desert landscapes, wildlife and gemstones.
Example
I have never been to the Northern Cape.
When you are so broke, you literally have nothing left under your name.
Example
1. I've been living on pap and atchaar because I'm financially deceased.
2. I can't pay you this week, I am financially deceased.
Drop is a Kasi term for gonorrhea (a type of STI).
Example
He got a drop after sleeping with that girl last week.
A kasi term for a club or a party or a place where a party takes place
Example
Asambe siye enkwarini
A North African country with a rich history, vast Sahara desert, and Mediterranean coastline. Known for its oil reserves and vibrant culture.
Example
I visited Algiers, the capital of Algeria, to explore its fascinating mix of French and Arab influences.
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