Word of the Day — 28 Aug 2026
A term used when someone tags along with a couple, either on a date or when they are just chilling.
Example
I'm tired of always being the one holding a candle. I need a girlfriend.
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A Northeast African country with Nile River, ancient pyramids, and recent political transition.
Example
Sudan has more pyramids than Egypt, though smaller in size.
To show anger or disbelief.
Example
Yeses maan, I am angry. How can this boy do this to me mara.
Masonja are Mopane worms that are mostly eaten in Limpopo.
Example
I would rather starve than to eat masonja.
Not to be confused with a town (place). To town is the act of having unprotected sex (skoon). It is generally used by Xhosa people.
Example
Ey wena the way you like to town, you will get sick.
Bundus is a term used to refer to the rural areas. It’s mostly used by people in the burbs to “look down” on those ones who come from the rural areas.
Example
You can see the way he speaks that he’s from the bundus.
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Ndiphuma eGugs
To handle something smartly or discreetly arrange it.
Example
Just code am make nobody know.
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