Dlala
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Dlala is a South African term that means to play.
Example
Sidlala i diski.
We are playing football.
Yoh
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A popular South African expression used to show shock, surprise or excitement.
Example
Yho, I can’t believe he left her.
Boyzen
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A South African slang term that means a guy, a friend or even a young boy.
Example
Zthini boyzen?
How’s it going my boy?
Finish and Klaar
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A popular South African colloquial phrase that means something is completely done, final, and not open for discussion. The expression combines the English word "finish" with the Afrikaans word klaar (which also means finished or done). Saying both together creates a redundant yet powerful double emphasis.
Example
You are not going to that party, finish and klaar!
Imfusi is a Xhosa term that refers to a person who is born after twins, i.e a younger brother or sister of a twin.
Example
He was born after twins, that’s why they named him Mfusi.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (IATA: JNB) is Africa's busiest airport and the primary aviation gateway to Southern Africa. It is located in Kempton Park near Johannesburg, South Africa, and it handles over 21 million passengers annually.
Example
I am catching my flight at O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala is a South African tender prophet and criminal suspect known for his involvement in large state contracts and related controversies.
Example
Cat Matlala’s case is an interesting one.
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