Pronounced: Hoo-zet.

South African slang: How are you doing?

The word is borrowed from the Afrikaans language - Hoe is dit. Direct translate: How is it.

Example

Hi my friend, huzit?

CapraNubiana • 01 April 2025

2 0 0

South Africa

isiZulu

Kuningi

Kuningi is a popular Zulu term that means it's a lot. It is frequently used by social media users to express feeling overwhelmed by too much information or multiple challenges at once.

Example

A lot is going on in Mzansi right now. Kuningi and it's getting kuningier.

OD • 15 May 2024

1 0 0

South Africa

Vrr phaa

Is a Volkswagen Golf car. It was named this because of the explosive noise it makes (vrrrrrr phaaaa).

Example

He came in with a vrr phaa and all the girls went crazy.

Skhokho • 29 April 2021

0 0 0

Worldwide

Fit-ish

Someone who likes the idea of being fit but also likes food.

Example

I may look fit but I regard myself as fit-ish.

Skhokho • 06 October 2022

1 0 0

Central African Republic

A landlocked country with rich natural resources but political instability, featuring rainforests and savannas.

Example

The Central African Republic has struggled with conflict despite its mineral wealth.

Travel Admin • 23 June 2025

0 0 0

Ghana

Chaley

Chaley is a way to address a friend. It originates from the Ga language but is widely used in Accra and other parts of Ghana by both Ga speakers and non-speakers.

Example

As a Greeting: "Chaley, how far?" means "Hey my friend, what's up?"

To Emphasize a Point: Stretching the word—"Chaleyyyyy!"—is often used to express extreme surprise, admiration, or exaggeration.

Kofi • 17 July 2026

0 0 0

South Africa

Sepitori

A SePitori word that usually refers to a guy that can handle difficult situations, or is brave enough to do things other people can't do.

It could also mean someone who is well respected because of his status in society.

Example

Mpho ke lepara joe, he just approached that hot girl sitting over there.

Lels • 02 June 2021

0 0 0