Word of the Day — 23 Sep 2026

A Zulu word used to say “I’m going to give you a hiding/spanking”
Example

After disrespecting my mom
She said to me, “ngizokubonya” , I knew I was in a serious spanking

Lungi 21 July 2026
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Its a word used to replace job
Example

I need to get a small spani just for the moment

BkayGee 21 May 2021
Egypt's Mediterranean jewel with Greco-Roman history and modern library.
Example

Alexandria's Corniche stretches 20km along the seafront.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025

It refers to the money that is given to a woman after spending a time with her. The money is some sort of thanks giving for pleasure
Example

The Pinkie spend a night with Penny last night. In the morning Pinkie asked mavuso from Penny.

Maeko Penny 13 October 2023
A bompie is a popular, nostalgic southern African frozen treat or ice pop made by freezing sweetened, flavored water or juice in a small plastic sleeve or cup.
Example

I need some bompie for this hot weather.

Sipho 08 September 2026

A general term used to refer to a member of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
Example

We are led by a very good fighter.

Chief 23 July 2020
Die poppie sal dans is a popular South African term that means there will be trouble or havoc.
The direct translation from Afrikaans is: The dolls will dance
Example

Mom told them to take out the meat from the freezer in the morning and they forgot. Die poppie sal dans when she comes back from church.

Mr Trends 01 May 2022

Stokoloko is a Xhosa informal term for a "dog without teeth". The term can be used to refer to someone who is not a threat.
Example

Haisuka ngu stokoloko lo, inja engenamazinyo.

MXhosa 30 May 2021
The South African former president.
Example

Times were nice during Jacob Zuma’s time.

Chief 24 July 2026

It is an intelligent person. E.g lenebari Victor is a brain box
Example

Lenebari Victor is a brain box

Brain box 21 October 2022
A South African slang term for money.
Example

I can’t wait to get amarherheba month end.

Danny 24 July 2023


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