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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These Cameroonian,male or female who are specialized in the act of scamming
Example
Pablo is a nges boy
Also known as Eskom - Those assholes who are supposed to be providing South Africa with consistent electricity supply but instead they bring us consistent Load Shedding.
Example
It's dark again. Blame ass-kom.
Sharists are those people who spend their time on Facebook just sharing posts. They are usually single, hence all the free time to bore us with their useless posts.
Example
Ever since they dumped her, she's been a big sharist on Facebook.
A skrr skrr way of referring to the ancestors.
Example
You fam, the underground gang won't be happy about that.
Qhoqhoqho is a Xhosa term for the trachea (windpipe/throat).
Example
Ndizakuqhawula uqhoqhoqho.
I will slit your throat.
Bafana Maths refers to the calculations Bafana Bafana usually does before qualifying for a major tournament. It usually entails “if team A wins, team B draws, and we win by so many goals, then we qualify”
Capping means Talking or explaining
Example
why u dey capp naw or why you are you capping nonsense
Angola's oil-rich capital mixing Portuguese heritage and rapid modernization.
Example
Luanda's Ilha do Cabo is famous for its seafood restaurants and nightlife.
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