Robot

The word 'robot' when used in the context of driving means Traffic light.


"The robot is red..."



Sibeko

Sibeko is a term that has been used to refer to a drunkard. This is due to a character from the famous South African sitcom, Emzini wezinsizwa, who was always drunk.
Now Sibeko is synonymous for drunkard.


Why did you give him money, don't you know he's a Sibeko?



Nap

'N' a slight sleep or short sleep, especially during the day.


I wanna take a nap in my room.
I thought he want to catch a nap.



Amabutho

Amabutho are Zulu regiments (military units / warriors). During wars, amabutho used to be the first line of defence to protect the land, women and children from invaders.
Singular: Ibutho


The Zulu King was protected by Amabutho.



Tman or kingsley

A person that robs other people cash.


I will never make an equal share i will tman or kingsley anyone because i have a family to feed.



Sneaky Link

Sneaky Link is a term used to describe a person that someone is secretly hooking up with.


I can’t wait to see my Sneaky Link this weekend.



Sishumane

Isishumane or sishimane is a South African term used to refer to a single person who is not single by choice. It is mostly used in a mocking manner.


Aisuka, that one sisishumane esikhulu.



21:01

21:01 is a term that is used to refer to an after 9 - a secretly gay person.


I have so many stories about the 21:01 gang.



Cameroon

A Central African country with diverse geography, cultures, and languages, often called 'Africa in miniature'.


Cameroon's national football team is nicknamed the Indomitable Lions.



Izinyanya

Izinyanya is a Xhosa term for ancestors.


Ndiyabulela kuni zinyanya.




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