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Ai man, dai baby ke le tsuntsu le le serious for die pleke. - Hey man that girl is too young for this place. - [Amaballet](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/amaballet/) - a style of dance style fuzing traditional ballet and south african amapiano dance culture. developed by illustrator, designer, and choreographer Bhungane Mehlomakulu Got to teach an Amaballet class to the dancers of the Lion King today 🤭 — IG : @bhumehldiaries (@BHUMEHLDIARIES) March 20, 2025 - [Alostro](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/alostro/) - It is a word used to refer to withdrawal symptoms. - [Alostro](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/alostro/) - It is a word used to refer to withdrawal symptoms. - [Gudugane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gudugane-2/) - to sweep one off their feet. Dai mense ba shapile Tshepo ka gudugane a thuba bellas - Those guys swept Tshepo off his feet and he broke his phone - [O nametse mozwinki](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/o-nametse-mozwinki/) - a state of drunkenness where one can not stand still Tshepo o nametse mozwinki vandag - Tshepo is drunk as a skunk today - [Tjole](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tjole/) - drugs Re tla reka tjole mara vandag - Are we ever going to buy drugs today - [Tsentsha sgela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tsentsha-sgela/) - to offer advice, to teach Ma grootman ba tlao tsentsha sgela o se ready - Older men will advise and teach when you least expect it - [Desse](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/desse/) - being very good at aparticular thing Thabang o desse ka go jiva. - Thabang is a very good dancer 2. A good looking person, also sexy Nthabiseng o desse thata. - Nthabiseng is beautiful and sexy - [Qwa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/qwa/) - Someone with whom you have a romantic relationship. Ko chekela my qwa- I am going to see my partner. - [Gatisa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gatisa/) - to leave collateral at a loan shark E re ko gatisa phone ko mashonisa re kreye zaka. - Let me go leave my phone at the loan shark and we will get money. - [Madutu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/madutu/) - challenges or problems or unfortunate situation. Mfanola ba mo sweri. Ke madutu fela. - That guy got arrested. He has too many problems - [Wine'da](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wineda/) - to loiter Ro wine'da kae? - Where are we going hang? - [O di patlame](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/o-di-patlame-2/) - To have money or be paid. - [Mponko](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mponko/) - fraudulent imitations of genuine products, money, or documents made to deceive consumers and violate intellectual property rights. Kealeboga o rekisa Mponko - Kealeboga sells counterfeit goods Alternative: Mbanko - [Bazzi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bazzi/) - A friend/Achuz/My guy/Homeboy/Homegirl Ne ke ova le bazzi, o sa gana - I was speaking to my homeboy/homegirl, dont argue with me - [Pressa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pressa/) - to buy more alcohol. Go pressa majita a ka. Nna ke kisser chuene. - My friends are the ones buying more alcohol. I am broke - [Goalie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/goalie/) - a soccer goal keeper. Team yela swantše e change goalie. - That team must change goal keeper. - [Raas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/raas/) - noise Bafana ba ba no etsa raas, ga ba na selo. - These boys just make noise, they are broke - [Brazen](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/brazen/) - brothers. Ro vaya ka transie ya brazen. - We are going to travel with my bother's car - [Gwaza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gwaza/) - to stab someone with a knife. Ba tla go gwaza majita. - The gents are going to stab you - [Tipa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tipa-2/) - to sleep. E re ko tipa, ke kwele. - Let me go to sleep, I am tired - [Menya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/menya/) - to finish something Ke menya spane se re a vaya. - I am finishing this job then we leave. 2. to kill someone Menya bari eo re tsamaya. - Kill that idiot and lets go - [Fokol](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fokol-2/) - nothing Ke gaotše fokol vandag. - I had nothing to eat today - [Bra G](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bra-g/) - A nickname for God. Khunama o botše Bra G mathata a gago- Kneel and tell God your problems. - [Sharken](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sharken/) - Beer. Buyer sharken. - Buy beer - [Lejuta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lejuta/) - a frugal person Ga ka se gofe le ka boys, ke lejuta - He won't even give you R2, he is frugal. - [A di thulani](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/a-di-thulani/) - they do not get along. - [Korile](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/korile/) - to impregnate someone. Dae man o korile ko madam wa gae. - This man impregnated his girlfriend - [Papiša](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/papisa/) - to eat. E re ko papiša pele re vaya - Let me go eat before we leave. - [Dyao shiya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dyao-shiya/) - to lose your mind Dyao shiya, o ka fologa transie e sepela. - Youn have lost your mind, you cant exit a moving car - [Dakaboy](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dakaboy/) - one who makes concrete manually. Eish ntwana o ka lapa saat wa ba dakaboy. - Young man you will be dead tired if you were employed to make concrete. - [Dandarega](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dandarega/) - to be confused. Dae man o phela a dandarega- This man is always confused. - [Namune](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/namune/) - a vagina E re ko loma namune. - Let me go have have sex - [Local](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/local/) - weed of a lesser quality, homegrown weed Bafethu ba ba tsuba local fela - These gents only smoke local weed - [Swazi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/swazi/) - a strain of weed from Swaziland Zolo ye ke Swazi -This weed is from Swaziland - [Tapute](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tapute/) - broiler chicken breed. Tapute e soft - A broiler chicken breed is soft - [Kgafa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kgafa/) - to give something Kgafa mfethu phone - Give this guy a phone. - [Gloria](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gloria/) - R1 coin Ke shorta ka Gloria. - I am R1 short - [Gwaiša](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gwaisa/) - to ask for money from people. Gwaiša zaka ya maneko dah - May I please have money to buy alcohol - [BoWow](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bowow/) - nice things Ke hlapa ka shower, ke boWow -I bath in the shower, it is nice things - [Mawela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mawela/) - leftover food Re fe mawela pele re betha sparara -Give us the leftover food before we drink alcohol. - [Cone](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/cone/) - a weed joint rolled like the shape of an ice cream cone Mfethu o bofile cone -This guy rolled a joint shaped like an ice cream cone. - [Ngevi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ngevi/) - useful information regarding a particular subject Ekse ntwana, e re ma grootman ba ofe ngevi ka ngwana ola. - Young man, let the older guys tell you about that girl - [Hlephu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hlephu/) - female reproductive organ; vagina. Hlephu ya ngwana ola e tight -That girl's vagina is tight. - [Scoff](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/scoff-2/) - money earned, that is given to the business owner by his driver, according to the agreement. Scoff se late -The transport money is late - [Snae](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/snae-2/) - someone who lacks intelligence, reason, and common sense. a stupid person Mfano ke snae. - This boy is stupid - [Tjetje](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tjetje/) - meat Faka tjetje dah, re sa na le papa. - Plate up more meat there, we still have pap - [Dibale](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dibale/) - to give serious thought to something E batla ke dibale ka ditaba tsa weekend achuz. - I need really to think about what's happening this weekend my friend. - [Toms](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/toms/) - tommorrow O bethe dry toms. - Come tomorrow - [Mouse](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mouse/) - female genitals when they are showing through tight clothing. Bana ba ba rato ncha mouse. - These girls like to display the shape of their private part - [Hundra](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hundra/) - One hundred rand Fraiza hundra -May I please have a hundred rand. - [Kokona](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kokona/) - Having sex with a lady Mfano o kokona ex ya ka -This guy is having sex with my ex-girlfriend. - [Mark'a](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/marka/) - Watching someone closely Die boy o mark'a m'girl kudu -this boy is watching this girl very closely. - [Makiya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/makiya/) - Good quality Laptop ye ke makiya -This is a good quality laptop. - [Taga](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/taga/) - Falling sleep. Eh mfana ko classeng ya dai lecturer o tla taga. - My friend, you'll fall asleep in that lecturers class - [Skata1](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skata1/) - a rapist Di authi ke skata1. That guy is a rapist - [Babore](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/babore/) - a big fish Bra waka o tshwere babore, ro e besa ko ena. - My friend caught a big fish, we goigng to barbecue it at his house. - [Dzunga](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dzunga/) - ladies underwear Why ehamba nge dzunga? - Why is she working arond in underwear. Young girls on tiktok ba busy ka di dzunga ene nna re lapile ke bona. - Young girls on Tik Tok are busy exposing their underwear and we are tired of seeing it. - [Umofile](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/umofile/) - to be high Le ntwana umofile. - This young boy is high - [Penty ya tswape](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/penty-ya-tswape/) - an uncomfortable situation Banyana ba baie lebona, okare penty ya tswape ge ba ka kopana.- Having many girlfriends is uncomfortble, more so when they meet. - [Malome](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/malome/) - Direct translation: uncle 1. to respectfully address an older man. 2. someone who transports kids to school for work. Malome a lena space for bana ba 2. - Malome have you got space for two kids? - [Ghost](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ghost-2/) - a fight. Ele gore why bras ba kasi ba rata ghost. - Why do guys from the hood like to fight - [Khomba](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/khomba/) - to call someone out. Ekse, khomba Tshepo re tsamaye. - Hey, call Tshepo and lets go. - [Spice Girls](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spice-girls/) - a shoe with a huge rubber sole. Alternatives: Gum Gedlele Bampa Sfebe Hope u love our #throwbackthursday #shoeoftheday - Spice Girls flatform trainers http://t.co/e9MESQalrm pic.twitter.com/iTe47Bbp4E — Dancing in my heels (@danceinmyheels) February 6, 2014 - [Central locking](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/central-locking/) - Knock knees, scientifically known as Genu Valgum. Batho ba maoto a central locking ba kgona diski- People with central locking are the best soccer players. - [Bo Phunya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bo-phunya/) - Drinking alcohol. Ga le bo phunyi? -Are you not drinking? - [Skotokoto](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skotokoto/) - Someone who is thick O tle le skotokoto sela sa cheri -Come along with that chubby girl - [Phashasha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phashasha/) - Things are okay/well/alright Dilo di phashasha -Things went well - [Milly](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/milly/) - A generic name used for people named Millicent. Mfano o jola le Milly- This boy dates Milly - [Kobolla land](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kobolla-land/) - A rehabilitation centre. Ba mo išitše kobolla land -they took him/her to a rehabilitation centre. - [Rough Dance](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rough-dance/) - 1. pleated skirt. O aperi skirt sela sa rough dance. - She is wearing a pleated skirt. 2. a robbery or to acquire something forcefully without permission or consent often through violence. Le pate phone tsa lona around bafana bale bai 2 ke batho ba rough dance, ba tlo dinka. - Do'nt go with your - [Coal e nametse foil](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/coal-e-nametse-foil/) - Hubbly has been set up. Coal a e namele foil!- Set up the hubbly! - [Spark'a](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sparka/) - Have sex with someone. - [Wa senepe lebotong](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wa-senepe-lebotong/) - A lover you see worth marrying. Ngwano ke wa senepe lebotong/ wa dipikara mmotong- This girl is the one I will marry. - [Pirihuis](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pirihuis/) - A house where alcohol is being sold E re ke ye mo pirihuis ke sware two nyana -Let me go where beer is sold to buy two beers - [Blue Monday](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/blue-monday/) - Monday of hangovers. Ke blue Monday re chaiša early -it is a Monday of hangovers, we knock off early. - [Ka malepoleng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ka-malepoleng/) - Rich family Die boy o tšwa ka malepoleng -This boy is from a rich family. - [Komikana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/komikana/) - When a belt loop of a pair of trousers has been skipped, and there is a hole with a cup shape between the hip and the trousers. - [Betha Katara](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-katara/) - Scrubbing yourself using fingers in an attempt to stop the itchy feelings. https://facebook.com/share/v/18vACJNEba/ - [Dleghedla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dleghedla/) - Have sex with someone. Mfethu o busy o a dleghedla -That guy is busy having sex. - [Mei skin](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mei-skin/) - someone that you have a strong connection with and like a lot. Mfe 2 iron mei skin. (Give me R2) - [Kamash](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kamash/) - Food Re fe kamash -Give us food. - [Mawilla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mawilla/) - A generic name for people named William. Mawilla o tli gae?- Did William come home? - [Ledoko nice](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ledoko-nice/) - A young beautiful lady Ngwano ke Ledokonice -This girl is young and beautiful. - [Ledonosa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ledonosa/) - Toyota Corolla Cross. Achuz ya ka e buy'ile ledonona -My friend bought Toyota Corola Cross. - [Scoff](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/scoff/) - Checking money, money given to the car or business owner by his driver, according to the agreement. Scoff se late- the school transport money is late - [Niggie Pearl](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/niggie-pearl/) - a female that is usually ridiculed, made fun of, insulted or gossiped about. Ooh kyk vir niggie Pearl! - Oh look at Niggie Pearl! Anyone I don't like is now automatically gonna be called Niggie Pearl 😭😭🤣🤣🤣 — . (@Jodie_vS) August 12, 2024 - [Yizo yizo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/yizo-yizo/) - a response to greeting usually used by men. First person : Eita majita (Hello!). Second person : Yizo yizo (I am fine). - [Stswalela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stswalela/) - being the most beautiful. Ngwanola o a stswalela dah sgela. (That girst is the most beautiful at school). - [Stellenbosch](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stellenbosch/) - a response to greeting meaning I am fine. First person : Dintshang brother (What's up!). Second person : Stellenbosch (I am fine). - [Go bo gaša](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/go-bo-gasa/) - to be extremely drunk. Achuz tša ka be di bogašitše maabane. (My friends were extremely drunk yesterday). - [Di phezula bjang?](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/di-phezula-bjang/) - what's up? Or what is happening? Di phezula bjang dah makhaya wa kazi. (What is happening at home homie). - [Nailenes](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nailenes/) - a person's nails. My nailenes makeer n manicure. - My nails need a manicure. Just went from hot pink nailenes to classic french :) pwetti — Kristina Urribarres (@K3chocolate) March 2, 2011 - [Moeshfieka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/moeshfieka/) - a mustache. Hy't 'n moeshfieka op sy dial. - He has a mustache on his mouth. Synonym: Lipmatras - [Ama 1k / Ma 1k](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ama-1k-ma-1k/) - a person born before the year 2000 Find 'ama 1k' on TikTok | TikTok Search - [Michelle](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/michelle/) - to miss someone. Ons het jou ge Michelle. - We missed you. - [Yardling](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/yardling/) - the yard or surrounding of a house. Go play in the yardling. - Go play in the yard. - [Lengena](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lengena/) - a premeditated murder, often hired or contracted by a criminal syndicate. "Ba mo ntsheditse lengena" - " A hit was ordered on him" - [Mzekezeke](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mzekezeke/) - a balaclava most zama zamas wear a mzekezeke - [Woelag](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/woelag/) - being great or excellent. Dai party was woelag! - That part was great! Dis woelag, shame. - That's great shame. ☆ @CalvinHarris skut woelag! — Bramville E. Johnson (@bramville702) December 2, 2014 - [Wakker Slaap](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wakker-slaap/) - to be alert or sleep with one eye open. Jy moet wakker slaap! - You should be alert. - [Mbombozo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbombozo-2/) - Alcohol Ke na le mbombozo, betha dry -Come, I have alcohol. - [Tshwara 13](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tshwara-13/) - Watch or observe from distance. Tshwara 13 pos before o tsena strata -Observe before going to the streets. - [Sdwadlo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sdwadlo-2/) - Nice clothes Ko betha sdwadlo ka sarty -I am going to put on nice clothes on Saturday. - [Khibinchi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/khibinchi/) - A dj Mfethu ke khibinchi -This guy is a dj - [Mshikashika](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mshikashika/) - To do or obtained something in a dishonest way. Mfano o phela bophelo ba mshikashika -this boy lives a dishonest life - [Skwanal](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skwanal/) - Being pregnant Ngwano o skwanal -This girl is pregnant. - [Ntšeboya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ntseboya/) - A dark skinned person Mfano ke ntšeboya -This boy is dark skinned - [Marimboza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/marimboza/) - Adult ballet jelly shoes M'girl wola marimboza is ke tswabola -That girl with adult ballet shoes is beautiful. - [Mnandis](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mnandis/) - Braai'd chicken that is sold on the streets Buy'er mnadis ke buy'er papa -buy braaied checken I will buy pap - [Ntsomela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ntsomela/) - Bread E re ko buyer ntsomela -let me go buy bread - [Dablazo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dablazo/) - Knife Skeif dablazo-kindly pass me the knife - [Lechesa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lechesa/) - Tea Ke nyaka lechesa- i want a tea - [Masolane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/masolane/) - A place called Solomondale in Limpopo. E re ke ye ka mo Masolane -let me go to Solomondale - [Mshishi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mshishi/) - A stupid person Mfethu ke mshishi -this guy is a stupid. - [khalela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/khalela/) - Going for easy targets Mfethu a khalela tse nnyane -this guy goes for easy targets that are young - [Bottleneck](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bottleneck/) - 1. Foreskin Basadi ga ba rate pipi ya poloneck -ladies do not like a dick with foreskin 2. A broken glass bottleneck that is used to smoke marijuana like a pipe. Where can I get white poloneck(bottleneck;turtleneck) for winter? — yves saint laurent (@kayraalebelo) June 27, 2019 - [Nhlwamakhura](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nhlwamakhura/) - A lady with big bums Ngwano ke nhlwamakhura -this girl has big bums - [Nga-nga](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nga-nga/) - Sex O rata nga-nga - You love sex - [Phoroza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phoroza/) - A generic nickname for people named Mpho. Fraeza o bolele le Phoroza- Please talk to Mpho. - [Shiya shashi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/shiya-shashi/) - To leave someone in trouble. Majita ba tla go shiya o le shashi- Guys can leave you in trouble. - [Lebencxane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lebencxane/) - A girl. Ke vaile le lebencxane la go rata zaka - I left with a girl that loves money - [Ka mmuteleng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ka-mmuteleng/) - In the anus. Mfethu o e rata ka mmuteleng - The guy loves anul sex - [Mochene](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mochene/) - Mzansi Taal · Mochene something/someone exceptional. Grootman o tsamaya ka mochene. - Big guy has a great car. Die laaitie ke mochene! pic.twitter.com/1yzeiHjVfd — LeKoKo (@UncappedLekoko) March 31, 2025 2. Big dick Mfethu o sweri mochene - That guy has a big dick - [Matswitswi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/matswitswi/) - Girls Ge o nyaka matswitswi e ya groove - if you want girls, go to groove - [Betha ndiya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-ndiya/) - Pay a visit. Betha ndiya re checke game -pay a visit and let's watch a soccer match - [Leyozi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/leyozi/) - a sedative used by criminals to drug victims and rob them of their assets. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=838547562418988 - [Sebotho](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sebotho/) - Someone who is an alcohol slave that she/he shakes when having not drank it. Dae man ke sebotho- This guy is an alcohol slave. - [Zila](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/zila/) - A nick name for someone name Sello or Skhalo. Fraiza o tshware Zila/Skhalo ka call- Please hit up Zila/Sello with a call. - [Lebossdave](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lebossdave/) - Anything that is well built in physique. Mfano o jola le lebossdave. (This boy is dating a girl with well-built body.) - [Dikwangola](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dikwangola/) - Fried chicken ribs Ke nyago buy'ela bana dikwangola - I want to buy fried chicken ribs for the kids. - [Ledombolo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ledombolo/) - Mzansi Taal · Ledombolo Direct translation: Dumpling bread Mazda 323. It is believed that it received this name because of the similarities between the compact size + yellow colour of the car and a dumpling. Alternative: Mazda ledombolo Ledombolo https://t.co/tKKjyWcExi — Kay-Gee🇿🇦💨 (@StouterEnt) September 18, 2021 - [Gata mphašane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gata-mphasane/) - speeding. Gata mphašane re bethile ke nako! (Speed the car, we are late!). - [Go ba metsi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/go-ba-metsi/) - go ba metsi. Brazen be a le metsi blind maabane. (My brother was super drunk yesterday). - [Laitile](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/laitile/) - to be street wise. Bafana ba ba dibala gore ba laitile. (These boys think they are street wise). - [Lebete](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lebete/) - bald head hair style. Kasi Lingo: Vaal vs Pitori Uncovered | TikTok - [Diwayback](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/diwayback/) - Music that was produced years ago. Ne ba dlala diwayback- They were playing music that was produced years ago. - [Smanjemanje](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/smanjemanje/) - Something that is trending. Hubbly ke dilo tša smanjemanje- (Hubbly is something currently trending) - [Chiskop](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/chiskop/) - Mzansi Taal · Chiskop bald head hair style. "With a chiskop I don't have to worry about maintaining my hair. Alternative: Chizkop, Cheesekop, Kaaskop Also see: Penyenye - [Wa kazi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wa-kazi/) - a home boy; someone that you come from the same place with. Wa kazi ke go botša vaar. (I am telling you the truth home boy). - [Dlapho](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dlapho/) - snacks TikTok - Make Your Day - [Kgama](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kgama/) - to rob people off their belongies and hurt them. Bafo be a tumile ka go kgama. (He was know for robbing and killing people). - [Sewasho](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sewasho/) - beer Kasi Lingo: Vaal vs Pitori Uncovered | TikTok - [6 mabone](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/6-mabone/) - a car with tail lamps. https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSHWEe9eguP4s-Cuwy2/ - [Tllanka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tllanka/) - A strong smell of something. https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMBKsenJe/ - [Makadi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/makadi/) - male private part. https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSHWEe9eguP4s-Cuwy2/ - [Dlabathi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dlabathi/) - a place of residence, such as a house or apartment, where a person or family lives, offering a sense of security, comfort, and belonging. https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSDcL5UVH/ - [Vast Mugabe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/vast-mugabe/) - to be really tired. Ek is vast Mugabe. - I am very tired. Synonym: Mugabe - [Mugabe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mugabe/) - to frown or to pull a straight face. Why o gogile Mugabe? - Why are you pulling a straight face? Alternative: Zwabola 2. to be tired Ek is Mugabe. - Ek is moeg/I am tired. - [Urshie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/urshie/) - to know something. Sy urshie mos van haar man. - She knows about her husband. - [Tollie pic](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tollie-pic/) - a picture of a penis 0r dick pic. Stuur vir my n tollie pic. - Send me a dick pic. - [Mbanko](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbanko/) - Cheap or counterfeit. Ke bellas ya mbanko. - That is a fake phone. Bathu ya Adidas ya mbangko. - A fake Adidas shoe. Alternative: Mponko - [Wendy](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wendy/) - a white person. white. Listen to wendy over here. - [Thandekas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/thandekas/) - teeth. Die thandekas is mooi wendy. - The teeth are beautifully white. - [Tabliegie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tabliegie/) - a teacher of Islam. gan hoor daa by die tabliegie. - Go back to the teacher of Islam for more insight. Hashim Amla is almost single handedly making tabliegie beards cool #coolasice — Haywood Jablowmi (@SafiqAllie) January 11, 2013 - [Sy Plare Skroei](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sy-plare-skroei/) - mentally unstable or not in the correct mental state at the moment. Sy plare skroei weer vandag. - He/She is not in their right mind today. - [Golf](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/golf/) - to urinate Kasi Lingo: Vaal vs Pitori Uncovered | TikTok - [stiffany lalamore](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stiffany-lalamore/) - an erection. Die bag raak toe Stiffany Lalamore. - The man is getting too erect. Synonym: Stefano DiMera Mary Harding - [Stiek Yt](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stiek-yt/) - arrive or come through. Stiek yt, the game is about to start. - Pull through, the game is about the start. - [Mary Harding](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mary-harding/) - an erection or to get hard. Die bag raak toe Mary Harding. - The man got hard/ got an erection. Synonym: Stefano DiMera - [Stefano DiMera](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stefano-dimera/) - to get an erection. Die bag het n Stefano DiMera. - The guy has an erection. Synonym: Mary Harding - [Scanderel](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/scanderel/) - to scam or to read something. Sy scanderel haar dinge. - She is reading her things. - [Pwasa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pwasa/) - Ramadan, the Muslim fast. Pwasa jy dannie? - Are you not fasting? - [Loose Draw](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/loose-draw/) - Mzansi Taal · Loss Draw a single cigarette "Ke kopa loose draw" - "may I have a cigarette" Alternative: Nkawza Foolish Fulash - [Poenanie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/poenanie/) - the female private part. He wants her poenanie. - He wants to have sex with her. Hou je poenanie warm dames, voor je het weet loop je bloedproppen op. pic.twitter.com/jP2jSWKUuT — Willi@m (@William93105180) December 3, 2021 - [Nkaoza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nkaoza/) - a tobacco substance rolled in a paper for smoking, or cigarette. Nzame ka nkaoza - Please give me a cigarette Alternative: Nkawza Loose draw Foolish Fulash - [Fulash](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fulash/) - a lose cigarette. I cannot wait to get home and smoke my fulash Alternative: Nkawza Loose draw Foolish - [Plaasjapie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/plaasjapie/) - someone from the farm or countryside. Dai man is n plaasjapie. - That man is from a farm. It can often be seen as an insult which insinuates that one if uninformed and backwards. Alternative: Plaasjaapie When you ask a plaasjaapie why Orania doesn't resemble Europe despite existing for over 30 years 😂 pic.twitter.com/tsYSuz6Ubf - [Welewele](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/welewele/) - a response to greeting usually used by men. First person : Eita majita (Hello!). Second person : Welewele (I am fine). - [Stufuza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stufuza/) - a chubby person. Cheri yela ya gago ya stufuza e kae? (Where is that chubby girlfriend of yours). - [Mbanana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbanana/) - a small cheap feature phone. Nka se kgone go tsena internet, ke spaniša mbanana. (I will not be able to log in to internet, I am using a small cheap feature phone). - [Piemper](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/piemper/) - someone who exposes someone else. Dai vrou is n piemper. - That lady is an informant. Synonym: Mpimpi - [Press button](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/press-button/) - a type of folding knife with its blade deployed by pressing a button, typically on the handle. Die boy o nhlabile a press button. (This/that boy stabbed me with a press button). - [Pang](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pang/) - a Muslim man. Wat gat nou an Pang? - What is happening now, Pang? - [Paap](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/paap/) - to panic or be scared. Kyk hoe paap hy! - Look how he is panicking! - [Phashphash](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phashphash/) - female private part. https://vm.tiktok.com/ZSHWELNE3shM-qO2BY/ - [Stela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stela/) - to warn or alert someone. Ko mo stela gore a ska kgeleya ge stoko se fihla. (I am going to warn him not make silly mistakes when girls arrive). - [Overtime](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/overtime/) - to be dramatic or act unnecessary. Stop being so overtime with your bag. Stop being so overtime with your man. - [Ou Roll](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ou-roll/) - an older lady. That woman is a ou roll. - That is an old woman. - [Kgeleya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kgeleya/) - kgeleya Brazen ge a le metsi o a kgeleya. (My brother makes silly mistakes when he is drunk). - [Go ba nneteng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/go-ba-nneteng/) - to be satisfied or have no worries. Ko no blazer ka gae, ka betha snare, ka ba nneteng. (I am just going to chill at home, play music and have no wories). - [Dipeberes](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dipeberes/) - beverages Ko reka dipeberes wena betha dry ka dinako. (I am going to buy beverages, just come later). - [Mpepetla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mpepetla/) - a female person's private part. Ba mo file mpepetla a lebala ka zaka. (He was given private part [sex] and forgot about money). - [Konkere](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/konkere-2/) - a beautiful girl. Ngwalola ke konkere mmata. (That girl is beautiful my friend). - [Kisser Tshweni](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kisser-tshweni/) - to be broke. Ke kisser chuene mmata. (I am broke my friend). - [Maratahelele](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/maratahelele/) - someone who likes gossiping. Ga ke thieletši bo maratahelele. (I do not listen to people who like gossiping). - [Ntsotsonono](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ntsotsonono/) - a thief or a very dishonest person. Brazen ke ntsotsonono a ka no re knocker. (My brother is a very dishonest person, he might rob us). - [Go nwela ka mokhukhung](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/go-nwela-ka-mokhukhung/) - To drink alcohol from the can. Ga ke rate go nwela ka mokhukhung - I do not like to drink alcohol from a can. - [Leswafi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/leswafi/) - A person that suffers from albinism Ke na le friend ya leswafi - I have a friend that is suffering from albinism - [Mbatha/mbathalala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbatha-mbathalala/) - a stupid person or to set someone a trap. Dieman ke mbhathalala. (This guy is stupid). - [Betha ke tsuane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-ke-tsuane/) - to be afraid to do something. Be ke nyako spaniša zaka ya timer ka betha ke tsuane. (I wanted to use my father's money but I got afraid). - [Manzeri](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/manzeri/) - sweets or snacks. o ja manzeri a bana bra waka? - You are eating the kids sweets. - [Robala le yena](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/robala-le-yena/) - to sweep someone in during football game. Patlama le yena ball e fete. (Sweep him and let the ball pass). - [Betha pholas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-pholas/) - to chill. Ka sarty ko hlwa ke bethile pholas ntlong. (I am going to spend the whole day chilling at hoe in Saturday). - [Go e tšea ka run](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/go-e-tsea-ka-run/) - to run. Ba khawatile achuz yage yena a e tšea ka run. (They injured his friend then he ran away). - [Ga ka ekwa/ekwa boima](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ga-ka-ekwa-ekwa-boima/) - it was very easier or it did not take me time. Exam paper ya maths ga se ka ekwa boima. (It didn’t take me time to finish maths exam paper). - [Makhisto](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/makhisto/) - neighbour Ke tlo tla le makhisto. (I am going to come with my neighbour). - [Bo lova](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bo-lova/) - criminals. Ke vaya le bo lova vandag. (I have a company of criminals today). - [Tša mozokwana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tsa-mozokwana/) - things of olden days. Tše ke dance tša mozokwana. (These are olden days dance moves). - [Slangere](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/slangere/) - a sexy slender woman "slangere, ke type tsaka" - "my type is a sexy slender woman" - [O di patlame](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/o-di-patlame/) - To have money or to be paid. O di patlame ke month end - You got paid, it is month end. - [Oppieberg](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/oppieberg/) - to reach the 15th evening of Ramadaan, to be halfway through the fast. Ons is alweer oppieberg! - We are at the midpoint of the fast. Slamat 🙏🏻💪🏻 #OppieBerg #BoeberAand pic.twitter.com/MLwQ8I8iEi — Junaid Galant (@junaidgalant) May 21, 2019 - [Nou Soe!](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nou-soe/) - that is the way it is. He's a married man, nou soe! - He's a married man, that's it. Gwah! Nou soe 🙌🏻 #CapeTownPride2025 pic.twitter.com/pEdytPCEFp — Saskia Mitchell (@_SaskiaMitchell) February 5, 2025 - [Nita](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nita/) - to have sexual intercourse. Hulle het weer heelaand geknit. - They had sex all night again. - [Niks Kwaadrakens Nie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/niks-kwaadrakens-nie/) - used to tell someone not to get mad. Nee, daar is niks kwaadrakens nie. - No, there's no getting mad. Ek speel net saam totdat ek die reëls verstaan . Dan maak ek my eie . Niks kwaadrakens nie . — Kim キム (@Oyoko042) September 28, 2018 - [Lipmatras](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lipmatras/) - a mustache. Dai lipmatras moet geskeer word. - That mustache needs to be shaven. Synonym: Snor Almal is te bang om n' Hitler lipmatras te groei vir #Movember! — Ruan Grobbelaar (@Ruanbra) November 1, 2011 - [Linda Queen](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/linda-queen/) - a woman who is a compulsive liar. Sy's n Linda Queen. - She is a liar. - [Linda Evangelista](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/linda-evangelista/) - a liar. Hoor weer vir Linda Evangelista! - Listen to this liar! - [Carlton center](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/carlton-center/) - when things are hard and life is tough. https://www.tiktok.com/@leeramthethwa/video/7162075508157517062 - [Ligtekooi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ligtekooi/) - a promiscuous woman. Los dai ligtekooi. - Leave that loose woman. - [Layla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/layla/) - to lay with or sleep with someone. Jy het met dai bag ge layla. - You slept with that man. Synonym: Naai - [Lasagne](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lasagne/) - to crave or feel like doing something. Ek hettie lasagne nie. - I do not feel like doing it. Synonym: lus - [Kwaailappies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwaailappies/) - something/someone is cool or great. Die meisie is kwaalappies! - That lady is cool! - [Kersies Brand](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kersies-brand/) - runny nose. mucus running from nose. Die kind se kersies brand. - The kids' nose is runny. It is derived from the way a candle drips of wax when it is lit. - [Kakloos](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kakloos/) - not without trouble or problems. Amerika is nie kakloos nie. - America is not without problems. Kakloos zijn met Charel 😊 — HANNA BOESS ' (@hannaboess) January 11, 2014 - [Jou Holbankies Knyp](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jou-holbankies-knyp/) - to be scared. Jou holbankies knyp vir die verdict. - You are scared of the virdict. - [Ithuba Scratch](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ithuba-scratch/) - to have an itch. Wrong time to have an ithuba scratch. - It is the wrong time to have an itch. It is derived from lottery scratch cards. - [Is Klaa Warrit Soe Is!](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/is-klaa-warrit-soe-is/) - it is done and nothing can be done about it. I lost the game, is klaa warrit soe is! - I lost the game but it is done and there is nothing I can do about it. klaa warrit soe is! — SolisCorner (@SoliPhilander) June 19, 2019 - [Iet agte die bak](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/iet-agte-die-bak/) - to eat secretly while fasting. Dai man iet agte die bak. - That man has been cheating on his fast. - [Konkere](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/konkere/) - A very beautiful lady. https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMBKsyMo7/ - [Holwange](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/holwange/) - refers to a bum cheeks or buttocks. Kyk hoe swaai sy haar holwange. - check how she sways her buttocks. Synonym: Holbankies Lepoutjeke Lekker holwange — The Giver (@_chubbyslim_) March 3, 2025 - [Holbankies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/holbankies/) - refers to a bum or buttocks. Sy het lekker holbankies. - You have a nice looking buttocks. synonym: Holwange Lepoutjeke - [Afternoon](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/afternoon/) - someone's backside or a bum (Gayle) Check that girl's afternoon. Synonym: Hazel Holle Bum - [Tepara](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tepara/) - Leftover of a cigarette, rolled weed, or any rolled smoking substance. Ga ke tsubi tepara- I don't smoke leftovers of rolled smoking substance. - [Abee](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/abee/) - father I love my abee. Alternative: Biya Boeya - [Phashaka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phashaka/) - fail to achieve something. Achuz o phela a phashaka ka stoko. (My friend is always failing to get girls). - [Bitša/E ya bitša](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bitsa-e-ya-bitsa/) - charging higher price. Toyota Legend 55 e ya bitša. (Toyota legend 55 is expensive). - [Ya nkonko](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ya-nkonko/) - coin that is not loose. O mfile five rand ya nkoko. (he /she gave me five rand that is not loose). - [Snono](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/snono/) - male private part with small size. Mgirl o re mfethu o sweri snono. (That girls is sayoing that guy has a small panis). - [Lerombo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lerombo/) - male private part with size that big. Nganola o dumpile nfethu via gore mfethu o sweri lerembo. (That girl says he dumped that guy because he has a big panis). - [Spetjepetje](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spetjepetje/) - bums Be a bina a shaker spetjepetje. (She was dancing and shaking her bum). - [Bonyobi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bonyobi/) - someone that you have sexual intercourse with. Achuz o kreile bonyobi ka dah. (My friend found a girlfriend that side). - [Veisa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/veisa/) - Pretend to do something or take chances. Ko mo veisa ka latha - I am going to act like slapping him/her. Bafana ba Jozi ba veisa - Guys from Jozi like taking chances. - [Tšetše](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tsetse/) - Meat Ro ja tšetše- We are going to eat meat - [Go tšhašhapa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/go-tshashapa/) - to be extremely drunk. Re mo tlogetši a tšhatšhapile. (We left him extremely drunk). - [Lebone](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lebone/) - small, slender wooden or paper sticks used to start fires, typically featuring a friction-ignited chemical head. Ekse ke tshwere lebone, skeif kwaai. - I've got a lighter may I please get a cigarette. - [Mampara](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mampara/) - Used to call someone stupid or idiotic. "You are a mampara" https://facebook.com/share/1MxqBFCaJP/ - [Tepa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tepa/) - to pause something. A re e tepe taba ye mmata. Re tla e bolela. (Let's pause this topic my friend, we will continue it). - [Maal!](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/maal/) - Used to emphasise something. 'Be ke tagilwe maal' - I was very drunk - [Washa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/washa-2/) - to convince someone. Ke tšeri 2 hours ka moka ke zama go mo washa gore a mfe zaka. (It took me 2 hours trying to convince him to give me money). - [Trima stadium](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/trima-stadium/) - to shave a private part. Ko bona meddie later, ke nyako trima stadium. (I am going to see my girlfriend later, let me shave private part). - [LeCoin](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lecoin/) - Stingy person. Ga ke vrostane leCoine - I do not like a stingy person - [Skotankie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skotankie/) - A beanie. Skeif skotankie seo - Pass me that beanie - [Stirboy](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stirboy/) - someone that you can send for silly things. Ba ska go dira stirboy. (Let them not turn you into someone they can just send to do things). - [Mbaybay](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbaybay/) - later. Ke tla go bona mbaybay. (I will see you later). - [Pakga](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pakga/) - to smoke. Skeif nkaoza ke nyako pakga. (Pass me a cigaratte, I want to smoke). - [Jov London](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jov-london/) - A tall person. Die boy ke Jov London. Gape wa mfata ka height. (This boy is very tall. He is taller than me.) - [Sdwadla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-ka-medula/) - A slap. Ke utswile sound ya sdwadla ke sa tla gating. (I heard a sound of a slap while I was at the gate.) - [Iron](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/iron/) - coin, usually R1. Nzame 2 iron moo ke reke nkaoza. (Help me with R2 I want to buy cigarette). - [Hoe Lykit?](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hoe-lykit/) - how are you? used as a greeting. Hi, hoe lykit? - Hi, how are you doing? Môre môre, hoe lykit nou? 😂 Lekker dag vir jou... maar eers boeretroos. pic.twitter.com/jYLxWCMkvp — Idk (@Its_Dans_Fault) March 19, 2022 - [Kgatlhamba](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kgatlhamba/) - something that is deceitful or untrue. Dy babe ari o nale 50? Kgatlhamba unprovoked? — Mr Roberts. (@Skara_Binyo) August 22, 2018 - [Osang wela stuf](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/osang-wela-stuf/) - to disrespect someone. O sang wela stuf hao nkitsi. - don't come at me disrespectfully, you don't know me. - [Handle](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/handle/) - a hand. Gee vir my jou handle. - Give me your hand. - [Sbonout](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sbonout/) - a short that reveals someone's bums. Mgirl o rato betha ka sbonout. (That girl likes to wear a short that reveals bums). - [Hadji](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hadji/) - someone who has been on a pilgrimage to Mecca. Listen to the hadji. - [Sizer](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sizer/) - to measure the size of someone's private part with your eyes. Bana ba ba re sizer. (This girls are measureing our private parts with eyes). - [Guardian](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/guardian/) - taxi guard Hy's 'n guardian angel oppie taxalia. - He's a taxi guard. - [Abdas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/abdas/) - ritual of washing before prayers. I'm going to make abdas. - [Skein](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skein/) - a piece of porridge. Ke kaola 2 skeins. (I am going to eat two pieces of porridge). - [Gotalla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gotalla/) - my God! used to express shock. Nee gotalla, ek is moeg! - No, my God, I'm tired! - [Namela stepis](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/namela-stepis/) - to borrow money. Ga ke na zaka, ere ke namele stepis. (I do not have money, let me borrow some). - [Glory](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/glory/) - to believe something. Ek glory dai bag is single. - I believe that guy is single. - [Ngxaoza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ngxaoza/) - a garment covering the body from the waist to the ankles or knees. Ba mo gerile a re a tshaba a tswa a sa apara ngxaoza. - They caught him red handed and he ran away without his pants. - [Javana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/javana/) - a snake that is believed to bring money to someone. Ba nagana ke homana zaka go javana. (They think I am getting money from snake). - [Lastaga](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lastag-or-lastaga/) - being impulsive or acting without thinking. O lastaga ngwanola, yerrrr! - That girl is impulsive. Alternative: Jaga - [Jaga](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jaga/) - being impulsive or acting without thinking. Ska jaga boi, o tlo flopa ka speed seo. - Don't rush my boy, you will make mistakes at that speed. Alternative: Lastaga - [Rakhatha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rakhatha/) - a soccer skill where one acts like they intend to go one way, but go the opposite direction. Ba mo shapile ka rakhatha le nou ga ise a boe. - He was razzled with football skills and went in the opposite direct, legend has it that he still has not come back to this date. - [Technicolour Yawn](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/technicolour-yawn/) - the forceful, involuntary expulsion of stomach contents through the mouth, typically triggered by the brain's emetic center in response to toxins, infections, or nausea. Tequila is the recipe for a technicolour yawn. - Tequila is the recipe for a vomit. I don't get why you drink until you technicolor yawn. - Do do not get - [Chanda/Chander](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/chanda-chander/) - the forceful, involuntary expulsion of stomach contents through the mouth, typically triggered by the brain's emetic center in response to toxins, infections, or nausea. Those okes get drunk until they chanda. - Those guys get drunk until they vomit. Synonym: Technicolour Yawn - [Giemba](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/giemba/) - person who eats a lot. Sy's n giemba. - She's a person who eats a lot. - [Kate Middleton Bles Bridges](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/a-kate-middleton-bles-bridges/) - someone who is bald in the middle of the head. That man will get a Kate Middleton Bles Bridges. Alternative: middel bles Bra, as jy n middel bles het, skeur jou hare, n kuif wat ge-gel is, lykkie reg nie — Tebza 🇸🇾 🇾🇪 🇵🇸 🇪🇹 (@CarloTebza) January 29, 2023 - [Vraiza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/vraiza/) - request a favor Vraiza o jike ko Tsitsi o tlhakantsa tse 2. - Could you please go to Tsitsi to buy two beers. - [Rafola](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rafola/) - being rough on something. Driver ya rena e rafola transie. (Our driver is driving the car rough). - [Lepopotane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lepopotane/) - Mzansi Taal · Lepopotane a cheap feature phone. I lost my lepopotane and my contacts. How am I gonna get uZinhle wam eNelspruit bakithi 😩 — The Jager King (@_Gift__Mo) August 7, 2019 Alternative: Bhopopo - [Bhopopo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bhopopo/) - a cheap feature phone Yazi le medi o spanisa bhopopo and ngfuna ithombe. - This lady uses a dumb phone and I want to take a picture. Synonym: Lepopotane Ngakithi loluhlobo locingo lubizwa ngo bhopopo😂😂😂 ngakini lubizwa ngani pic.twitter.com/JYSj5rnzsL — Frequency is the language of the universe (@Bluttoboy) November 22, 2023 - [Tokantsa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tokantsa/) - to purchase marijuana. Tokantsa mo re bofe. - Buy marijuana so we can roll one up. - [Ghoema](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ghoema/) - hair with a kink, textured hair that looks like candy floss. Dai vrou het ghoema hare. - That woman has ghoema hair. - [Ghai](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ghai/) - making fun or teasing. acting like a clown. Moenie ghai maakie. - don't make fun. - [Lengkungku](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lengkungku/) - protective eyewear featuring dark or polarized lenses designed to protect the eyes from bright sunlight, glare, and harmful UV rays. Trip ya Sun City e batla lengkungku ntanga. - A trip to Sun City requires sunglasses. - [Die Kat geKnyp](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/die-kat-geknyp/) - To have a secret intimate relationship with someone. To get up to no good. The two of you got up to mischief when nobody was watching “Julle twee het die kat in die donker geknyp” — Claudia Collins (@Claudatiousss) January 22, 2026 - [Johanna 14](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/johanna-14/) - 1. cabbage. 2. a salad made from cabbage. Alternatives: Johanne 14 John 14 Beef stew, Johanna 14 with pap#CarolineMboweni 😋 🍴 pic.twitter.com/uVHiT0FDS7 — Caroline (@Carolinerathabe) February 1, 2022 - [Photha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/photha/) - to take one's property or money illegally using violence. Eh ba photha daaiman ba nka 1000 rand ya ho qetela. - That guy is being robbed, they took his las R1 000. Mine started really early. At 3/4 y/o wabe eseng’photha. https://t.co/laXV7AVokn — Ta’S (@iGhostAccount) May 28, 2025 - [Wangshebela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wangshebela/) - to regard someone as important and deserving of respect. Wangshebela daai man. - That guy respects me. S/O to Ta Phooks... Wangshebela dy maam.. Gotta ink that somewhere... — Didi (@Didilifestyle) November 22, 2013 - [Ntseye Best](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ntseye-best/) - 1. to value and respect someone. 2. to be loyal or trust someone. Ah mara lena ha le ntseye best. - You guys don't value or respect me. i don't ask for much, if ko tseya best, lenna ntseye best please. — Jay. 🖤 (@JordanPariahV2) December 21, 2021 - [Matjenkelane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/matjenkelane/) - a person employed to protect a building from intruders. It is believed to be derived from the term, 'marching on line'. Hona le matjenkelane ko gating and o kena ka ID. - There are security gaurds at the gate and you need an ID to get in. Whole Doctor being disrespected by Matjenkelane #SkeemSaam — - [Stuur Boy](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stuur-boy/) - a servant. Also see: Ice boy Alternative spelling: Steirboy Hahaha he did it on purpose confuse the enemy can't always be the steirboy!! https://t.co/iQIOeXugiB pic.twitter.com/hKAuGhbEpz — Khotso Kamolane (@KamolaneKhotso) January 6, 2020 - [Ice-Boy](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ice-boy/) - 1. It is a an offensive word used to refer to the broke guy among a group of friends. 2. It can also be used to say servant. - [Mr Putted](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mr-putted/) - A nickname that the public has given to Brigadier Julias Mkhwanazi. Today will be a long day we have Mr Putted testifying at #MadlangaComission pic.twitter.com/KIVM947Fa3 — The Instigator (@Am_Blujay) December 3, 2025 - [Shelington](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/shelington/) - 1. to court or to woo someone with the intention that they become romantically attracted to you. 2. a girl/lady who you find attractive. #WhatIDo I love girls and I don't stop sheling my friends call me shelington pic.twitter.com/0tuYdkbGJ0 — SmartProtection Security (@SmartProtect1) March 8, 2019 - [Sim 2](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sim-2/) - anal intercourse Immediately I saw Sim 2, I knew it was Anal she was talking about — lucky onyiriuk🇳🇬 📈📉 (@LuckyOnyiriuka) October 22, 2025 Synonym: Choclate box Matanyula - [Pretty Paper](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pretty-paper/) - Money, especially in abundance. For di Vrr Pha you need pretty paper, full tank gazol ya fela nou so. - For performance vehicles you need a lot of money because a full tank of petrol runs out very quick. https://www.facebook.com/richard.sello.90/videos/1743686522333578 - [O skae badisa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/o-skae-badisa/) - Don’t overthink it/also don’t worry about it. O skae badisa bra waka, o tlo e kreya dai zaka -Don't worry about it, you will get the money. - [Nare](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nare/) - direct translation: Buffalo A South African hundred rand note. It is believed to have gotten this name because of the buffalo on the note. Ke rekile dijo tsa 50ranta ka nare, change yaka ke 50ranta. - I bought the food with R100, my change is R50. - [O rekere](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/o-rekere/) - A loose woman/a woman that has slept around. Dai baby ke rekere- that girl is loose. - [Shifta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/shifta/) - to move. Eh monna o blockille tsela ore re fete kae rona, shifta re fete. - Ey man you have blocked the whole way where are we supposed to pass, move so we can pass. - [Kwati](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwati-2/) - the informal lingo spoken in Kimberly. I have been in Kimberly for only two weeks, but already I can speak a bit of Kwati. - [Plak](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/plak/) - 1. courage Onale plaka. - You are brave. 2. tipsy/slightly drunk 2 nyana and already o tswere ke plaka. - Just a few drinks and you are tipsy already. Alternative: Plaka Plaak I don’t know what magic these guys used but the plak to walk in and steal while I’m in the house. Nothing - [Rekere](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rekere/) - 1. an alternative name for Barcardi, a specific type of house music. shapa di rekere mo - play barcadi there. 2. An easy target. dai baby ke rekere. - That girl is an easy target. - [Mash](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mash/) - brave, showing courage not afraid to face danger. "Eh ona le mash daai authi ona lwana le maponesa." - That guy has got courage, he was fighting with the police. - [Woolworths](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/woolworths/) - to emphasise good quality to something. Di kent o bolela english ya ko woolworths. - That good speaks English from Woolworths/good quality. Synonym: Private school - [Nkirele Ma China](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nkirele-ma-china/) - Please give me money. Bra waka ke ja santa, ao nkirele ma china. - My bro, I'm broke/unemployed could you please give me money. - [Sketa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sketa/) - to go through someone's pocket without their consent while robbing them. Eisaan bona ba sketa dai groetman. - Eish, look, they are searching that old man's pocket. - [Hot wings](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hot-wings/) - a wanted criminal, with the heat on him at high level. Mfano ke tsosti laas, wa fisa, ke hot wings mfano. - This thug is a wanted criminal. - [Le lynara](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/le-lynara/) - a person who cheats or tricks others by persuading them to believe something that is not true. My dad ke le lynara - [Ko ranta e kopanang](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ko-ranta-e-kopanang/) - Midrand, a town in central Gauteng, South Africa. Ke tswa groovas ko ranta e kopanang. - I am from groovas Midrand. - [Ngcosi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ngcosi/) - 1.A young human being below the age of puberty Ke ngcosi this one, leave him to sleep. - This one is a child let it sleep. 2. Marijuana Alternatives Dipatše Motekwane 5 Zolo Tšwetle Possible variations: Nqozi Day 3 of good rain(Kapa).watch out next year around March🫄,we expecting more ngcosi.🤱 — Zakhe Community (@ZakheMphakathi) June - [Knoxman](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/knoxman/) - Mzansi Taal · Knoxman 1. a person in charge of an illegal gambling dice game. 2. a person having the experience and knowledge necessary to deal with the potential difficulties or dangers of life in an urban environment Kopa laas ko noxman, o phela a tshwere zaka o. - Ask the knoxman for a loan, - [Set'a](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/seta/) - 1. to place a bet. Ekse mata seta choko mo re fetse ka pela. - Place a bet of R20 so we finish them quick. 2. to provide or set someone up with something valuable. Word forms: Set'e Setile (p) Seta Athi ngik'sete. - Let me provide for you/let me set you you good. Nka - [Mapara](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mapara/) - a group of men, usually well respected men. Bafana Bafana ke mapara - [Spili](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spili/) - 1. Someone who gossips a lot. O leleme, o spili - You speak a lot, o spili. 2. Someone who is nosey and always looking at others are doing. Makhi wa gao ke spili. - Your neighbour is nosey. - [Sgidli](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sgidli/) - one who is very good at a specific game or activity. Okase dlale FIFA le Oba, ke sgidli mpya ela. - You can't play FIFA with Oba, he is good at it. Tjuuuuu lol sgidli pic.twitter.com/qMoNEYO6Bf — JOVIS (@Ma_k_911) November 13, 2013 - [Seetu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/seetu/) - doing something in secret. Mfano o tseya ngwana ko gae ka seetu, ene ke flopo. - [Ane'deng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/anedeng/) - a thing that is unspecified or unknown "Die man na tshwere ane'deng" - "that guy had something" - [Marikana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/marikana/) - A messy situation. Eh ko Marabastad ke marikana- It's a messy situation at Marabastad. - [Shima](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/shima/) - to be outstanding. Authy yela driving wa shima. - [Rramadumbu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rramadumbu/) - a person who works with waste disposal or waste pickers. Bo ramadumbo ne ba strike'ile last week. - Last week waste pickers were on strike. - [Magudzumela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/magudzumela-2/) - Someone who is determined to create opportunities and achieve goals, often through sheer hard work and resourcefulness. - [Small](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/small/) - a kid. Ke small saka. - [Monk](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/monk/) - a nonthreatening stray dog. Le di monk, le hobula fela mara a le lome. - You are like a stray dog that just barks but does not bite. Alternative: Mongrel - [Fiela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fiela/) - To discredit/bad mouth someone. o rata go fiela majita mara o le oley. - You like to bad mouth guys. - [Stars](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stars/) - police station. Ke nyaka go ya stars ke ye go certify di documents. - [Magalanthi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/magalanthi/) - fuel, petrol or diesel. Tshela magalanthi re ba tsene boy. - Pour fuel so we can go boy. - [Shebela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/shebela/) - to look out for a person in need. Shebela ngwano ka borotho ano balance nyana. - [Mosako](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mosako/) - refers to a gathering. Mosako wa last ne onale flopo tse baya. - The previous gathering had too many problems. - [Lefielo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lefielo/) - someone who speaks ill of others behind their backs. Sa mpotsa ka dai boy, ke lefielo mfano. - Don't tell me about that boy, he gossips. Monna wa lefielo🚩🚩🚩🚩🚩🚩😂🤣😅 — Roro Da 'Katse' Da Lady With Nine Lives (@RosinahRozna) March 27, 2025 - [Rambo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rambo/) - a person who believes to be invisible. Ola o itia rambo gampe ene otlo gobala. - [Se Bofile](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/se-bofile/) - 1. to make sure. Security se bofile. - Security is tight. Pitso o se bofile squad. - Pitso picked a good squad or made sure with his squad selection. Zwakala ko Zakes se bofile. - Come to Zakes it's happening. 2. A large crowd at an event. Byanong ko lenyalong se bofile. - - [Lekotsi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lekotsi/) - a beautiful and sexy woman. Ah fana, lekosti lela ke la ma grootman lwena wabona. - My guy that beautiful lady is for men in a higher league. Lekotsi 💯💯 — Chechi_🎱🎱🇿🇦 (@papaneilwe88) October 13, 2023 - [Rekgtlela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rekgtlela/) - to commit to a romantic relationship. Rekgtlela ngwanola o sharp for wena. - [Bana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bana/) - having a child or young developing in the uterus. My wife is bana with baby number 4 - [Thwasa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/thwasa/) - To aquire a new skill in ones life. Ke thwasitse Barcadi- I learnt how to dance to Barcadi. - [Malambane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/malambane-2/) - unemployed and unambitious individual without drive. Ska skeema malambane mfana kasi, o tlo bolaya ke tlala. - Do not befriend someone who is unemployed or unambitious, you will starve. - [Plaka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/plaka/) - courage Authy yela e tshwere plaka o lwele le bona a le tee ba le five. - [Papa A Bereki](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/papa-a-bereki/) - 1. any 330ml cooldrink/soda. My mom calls those small cokes in a bottle "papa ga bereki" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 — Khaleesi🌟 (@Moghirl_) April 30, 2017 2. crocs shoes. Papa ga bereki shoe taken that went to a public school 😂 https://t.co/yTQQ9Pz1Q0 — B. (@Fiireee__) October 2, 2017 3. unbranded bread bought from spaza shops. Hahaha, Papa a - [Twenty-four seven](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/twenty-four-seven/) - Always/all the time Ba nwa biri twenty-four seven -They drink alcohol twenty-four seven. - [Kungkunyetsa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kungkunyetsa/) - to have sex. Okare nka kungkunyetsa — Papa' Arefa (@Tlharantlhope_) May 15, 2025 - [Gara Mmpa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gara-mmpa/) - to emphasize a location. kere ne kele gara mmpa Soweto. - I was in Soweto. Kamo gara mmpa ya Mamelodi pic.twitter.com/VfCdhQFC5u — Mr Zero Music (@Moloyi2) April 23, 2025 - [Porotlo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/porotlo/) - a vintage car. Porotlo ya modala ola e botse. - [Dikata](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dikata/) - a psychoactive narcotic drug from Cannabis/Marijuana plant used for smoking. "Le tsuba dikata." You smoke marijuana. - [Magorogondlo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/magorogondlo/) - a situation that is confused and full of problems. - [Phangela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phangela/) - a woman who wears inappropriate, revealing clothes. Ngwanola ke phangela bona skirt sa gage. - [Bula Lense](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bula-lense/) - to open your eyes to the current situation, pay attention. Bula lense wena, mabebeza wa tsamaya net so. - Pay attention to this situation, your girl is going to leave you. - [Ska-ny](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ska-ny/) - someone who is not street smart. Please take care of him when you get to kasi, he is not a ska-ny. - [Kgontše](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kgontse/) - a hideout. Ntlo yela ke kgontše ya bona. - [Windscreen](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/windscreen/) - to describe some's face, either as beautiful or ugly. Kere jou vrou o flopa ka windscreen ntanga, e crackile straight. - [Wheel alignment](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wheel-alignment/) - to point out the shape of ones feet. wabona girls ba tennis neh, okase messe ka alignment. - [Kiss Madolo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kiss-madolo/) - it refers to knock-knees; scientifically known as Genu Valgum. Image reference: https://www.rchsd.org/genu-valgum. Cela umuntu one kiss madolo angithumele i video ebaleka. I'm bored. 😌😂 pic.twitter.com/VhNPMNbQ99 - May someone with knock-knees send me a video running away. I am bored. — T. (@__T_touch) January 18, 2021 Alternative: Kiss kiss - [Otlolo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/otlolo/) - a bottle of alcoholic beverage (spirits, wine, or champagne). alternative: Lebotlolo E yona e nyaka otlolo le dash https://t.co/IeBrzp2qXx — King Solomon (@kb_the_great) November 13, 2023 - [Bepula](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bepula/) - to have a firearm on one's person. "Ma G force gang ba phela ka go bepula "- "The G force gang's life requires them to have a firearms on them" - [Stance](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stance/) - Stance is a common trend when the suspension of a car is extremely lowered or/and the car has positive camber, meaning the wheels are tilted or protruding out. Hugging the ground, owning the road – this Golf 8 GTI stance is built for the bold. pic.twitter.com/soPaXLDEQ4 — ZADDY (@offxcialzaddy) March 19, 2025 - [Snae](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/snae/) - 1. showing a lack of intelligence or common sense O Sny, the girl sat next to you the whole time and you didn't say a single word. 2. looking at someone or something in an uncomfortable way. Alternative: - Sny - Snaai - Snai - [Mbembele](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbembele/) - a lot of something. Ke re ba tsene ka mbembele wa shaaken bra waka. - [Lenkosti](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lenkosti/) - Someone who has a big nose. Mara Ramaphosa ke lenkosti, lwena waitse. - But you know that Ramaphosa has a big nose. - [Lepanta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lepanta/) - Mzansi Taal · Lepanta 1. a DJ's mix or set. Lepanta le ke la deep house. - This house music mix or set. 2. a cheat paper or notes that is sneaked into a test or exam. Ba kreile a tshwere lepanta ko classeng. - The found him with cheating notes in class. - [Smovana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/smovana/) - an inexpensive small vehicle. Cars are so expensive, ke kopa smovana nyana sa starter pack. - Cars are so expensive, I'll just get an inexpensive small vehicle as my starter pack. alternative: Smuvana Smovana seno se frehs haholo bra yaka 🤌🏾🔥 — I N S I M B I ♉ (@NelsonRalonya) July 24, 2023 - [Khakhata](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/khakhata/) - when a party is really fun and the energy is at its highest. whatever happens tonight between South Africa and New Zealand, assomblief don't drink and drive A ke gane ho tlo ba monate thata ene so khakhata mara le sa ira di flopo Also be vigilant, look after yourselves and go back home in - [Phade](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phade/) - a partner. Ke phade yaka. - He/she is my partner. - [Tsibitsibi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tsibitsibi/) - 1. small male genitalia. Mfano a sa tlo dlala ka tsibitsibi mo pile batho ba bagolo. - This child is playing with his small genitalia in front of adults. 2. a know it all. Yhu aowa, full time Twitter gents ke bo Tsibitsibi maan 💀 — Motshidisi (@TshidiBaby_) July 31, 2020 - [Ka tonya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ka-tonya/) - to feel cold out of shock or fear http://vm.tiktok.com/ZMkJ2FadE/ - [Gombaza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gombaza/) - good music and a good time. Ne di gombaza maobane ko stoveleng re jaivile paap. - It was going down yesterday we danced the whole night. Alternative: Kota - [One en two)](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/1-en-2/) - 1. something, nothing specific. Ke sa le busy ka di one en two mo joint mo, mara ka fetsa. - I'm still busy with something at work but i will be done soon. 2. making sense of things. Ro faga 1 en 2 and then we will see gore dintshang. - We are going to - [Thsuf](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/thsuf-2/) - a drug methamphetamine. 2. a powerful stimulant that carries a high risk of physical dependence. guys from my hood are always high on thsuf. - [Washington](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/washington/) - to take a bath. E re ko ba tsena washington. - Let me go take a bath. - [Jumpas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jumpas/) - Mzansi Taal · Jumpas the period of time at the end of the day, usually from about 6 p.m. to bedtime. I'll see you jumpas, at your place. Ditsotsi di rata nako ya Jumpas cos ho dark. - Criminals like the later time because it's dark. Alternative: Jampas - [Monchus](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/monchus/) - a woman or women. You can't have a house party o sa invite'a bo monchus. - You can have a house party without inviting women. - [Di Rakile](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/di-rakile/) - 1. When something becomes apparent or a situation worsens resulting in consequences. di rakile apperently there is going to be a lockdown. 2. Used in a positive way to refer to fun times. di rakile this ko Maccauvlei, re jaiva the whole weekend. - It's fun at Maccauvlei, we are dancing the whole weekend. - [Thesha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/thesha/) - to work, activity involving physical and mental effort in order to achieve a result. O botswa wena, thesha o kgone ho kgola. - You are lazy, work so that you can earn. - [Mtraisene](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mtraisene/) - 1. a driver Sebe la kwatisa mtraisene, re batla go fitlha gae safe. - Don't upset the driver we want to arrive safe. 2. to lie and beat around the bush Daai authi e mtaisene, he won't pay you. - That guy is a liar, he won't pay you. - [Maberethe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/maberethe/) - the South African Tactical Response Team. Mabherethe have been deployed because of the recent spike of tavern shootings. - [Thesho](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/thesho/) - a job, a paid position of regular employment. Ke fumane thesho seke kgola le nna. - I got a job. Synonym: Spane - [Money Bag](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/money-bag/) - a Woolworths bag used to give people hush money. The word was popularized by statements from the Ad Hoc Committee to investigate allegations made by Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi. I have a money bag with no money here @WOOLWORTHS_SA 😂😂😂😂🤭#AdHocCommittee pic.twitter.com/4LjT8glhUb — Mlu.B (@MQWAMBII) November 27, 2025 - [Mbathalala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbathalala/) - to chase after someone or to put out a search after they have committed a crime. Beya dai boy mbathalala, o tsere phone yaka. - Chase that boy, he has my phone. - [Moga Skwyt](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/moga-skwyt/) - engaging in crazy, wild, intense sex. Nka mo dira, nka mo moga skwyt. - I would do her, I would have intense sex with her. - [Lambshank](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lambshank/) - Mzansi Taal · Lambshank a voluptuous attrative lady. My type is a lambshank with thick gunsakke. Alternative: Gunsakke - [Gunsakke](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gunsakke/) - Hips. Dai vrou het groot gunsakke. - That woman has big hips. - [Mgwinyo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mgwinyo/) - a stimulant drug that can cause hallucinations such as ecstasy. O ska mmona a thabile jwalo ale energetic, O jele mgwinyo. - This person is happy and energetic because he is on drugs. - [Eseng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/eseng/) - Not. Ska dlala mo, eseng ka nna my boy - Don't play games here, not with me, my boy. - [Goqa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/goqa/) - to make an untrue statement with intent to deceive. Direct translation: to fold something yas'goqa le chap. - That chap is lying. Yekela ukus'goqa mjita. - Stop lying to us guy. Wazi goqa njenge okapi pic.twitter.com/Y9X3dJG6Ox — Mhambi Wendlela zonke zibheke phambili (@Mhambi_wendlela) May 29, 2022 - [Nyatsi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nyatsi/) - mistress of a married man. The pastor's wife found out that, the pastor's nyatsi is a brethren. - [Gembeza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gembeza/) - To be in a romantic relationship with someone. Tony le MphobBa di gembeza. - Tony and Mpho are in a relationship. "Shxta, ras'vevula, ra di gembeza"😭 — Stifler (@SirMthethwa) January 24, 2024 - [Ae'na lebadi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/aena-lebadi-2/) - No problem. Ska wara, ae'na lebadi taba eo -Don't worry, there's no problem. - [Hamba jongana nomlungu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hamba-jongana-nomlungu/) - go to work. It's a Monday, Hamba jongana nomlungu. 2. go speak to a therapist. hamba jongana nomlungu, your problems are many. - [Snakanaka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/snakanaka/) - 1. A snake ke bone snakanaka. - I saw a snake. 2. An untrustworthy or dodgy person O batla eng wena snakanaka?. - What do you want you betrayer? 3. All of a sudden Why snakanaka ong chenchela. - Why did you change on me all of a sudden. - [Dimoko](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dimoko/) - trouble, usually illegal trouble. Lona kana le bras ba dimoko, ebatla ke fete ka moya. - I know that you are troublesome gang, I will just pass you. - [O njumpile](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/o-njumpile/) - to get caught. O njumpile ke sa re ke utswa phone ya gage. - [Ba Mo Nwele](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ba-mo-nwele/) - 1. To deplenish someone else's resources as a dependent through reckless spending. Ba mo nwele maobane ko monateng, he can't even afford 2 sly ya borotho. - They drank all his money at groove yesterday, he can't even afford bread now. 2. To sell someone out. Ba nwele ko spaneng. - They sold him out - [Van](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/van/) - a police van or truck used to contain and transport those who have been arrested. O tlo namela van ke mekgowa e ya gao. - You will find yourself at the back of a police vehicle if you continue misbehaving. - [Night Rider](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/night-rider/) - a person who is always out at night. Night rider bo Satan pic.twitter.com/rkMPd3GECL — Teflon Don (@AntonyNgele) April 27, 2025 - [Ndanda](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ndanda/) - drugs, a substance which has psychological effect when smoked. Thiza o tsuba ndanda ene e dangerous etlo mo bolaya. - This guy smokes drugs and they are dangerous, they are going to kill him. - [Tima](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tima/) - to die or to kill? Mob justice ya ka daa e tima batho. - The mob justice that side kills people. O timile -he/she is dead. Wordforms: 1. Timile (p) - [Number Plate](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/number-plate/) - a person's full names as they appear in the Identification Book. Please don't call me by my number plate in public - Please don't call me by my name in public. Number plate>>> https://t.co/G7npue626e — 🅽🅰🅽🅸 (@GlazzOf) December 6, 2022 - [Nanana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nanana/) - a small and slow car , e.g., 1400, Ka, Uno, or Corsa. O re o tla shiya vrrr phaa ka nanana wena? - You think you can beat a high-performance car with a small car. - [Jumbile](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jumbile/) - To have money. O monna a sa robale gae witsi gore o jumbile. - When you see them not sleeping at home just know that they have money. - [Dezeze](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dezeze/) - dessert, a sweet snack eaten after a meal. E re ke hlape ke tswe ko ja di dezeze — Goitseone 🧚🏾‍♀️✨ (@SimplyGoitse_) November 1, 2025 - [Mabaeda](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mabaeda/) - homeless people found around cities. Mabaeda a batla 2 ranta nou en dan dirobotong ko town. - Homeless people want R2 now at the traffic lights. - [Skopas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skopas/) - sweet colourful flavoured popcorn. Synonym: Amakipkip I love skopas and i eat them almost everyday but I’ll pass . https://t.co/08MT2NsbXF — Mimi Kau 🦄 (@MimiKau1) November 25, 2020 - [Ke batla go hemela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ke-batla-go-hemela/) - To want to have sex with someone. Nthabiseng wena ke batla go hemela. - Nthabiseng I want to have sex with you. - [Lepae](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lepae/) - 1. a car, four wheeled vehicle powered by engine. O kase tsamaye ka maoto ke hole daar, palama lepae. - You can't go on foot its too far there, climb into a car. 2. a condom , used as a protection during sex. Oetsere ka Lepai. He had sex with condom. - [Sagis](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sagis/) - to become calmer or less agitated. Sagis bra yaka O tla qetella O entse wrong decisions. - Calm down you will end up up making the wrong decision. - [Mamanthane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mamanthane/) - Someone who doesn’t sleep early, usually out partying. Ekse mamanthane, o re dintsha kae vandag? - Hello pleasure-seeker, where are we parting today? - [Letwadi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/letwadi/) - bald head. Ha ke sa shapa di s-curl, ke shapa letwadi nou. - I don't do s-curls anymore, I go bald. 2. having sex without a condom. Kere dai baby ne a batla motho a tsene ka letwadi, nagana fela. - Can you imagine, that girl wanted me and her to have unprotected sex. - [Ngibana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ngipana/) - a big head, an upper part of human body where there's eyes, mouth and ears. Okay hola wa ngibana. Where is that one with a bighead. - [Mponyela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mponyela/) - a big boss, a person who is in charge of an organization and who tells others what to do. Ke mponyela daai man, haho dladiwe daar. Ke yena CEO ya Bank Ela. - That guy is the boss, he doesn't play. He is the CEO of the bank. Bari motho ke “nntight ,mponyela” waitsi polelo tsa - [Annetyt](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/annetyt/) - the other time. Kere annetyt, ke nale mapara dilo dia nna masive thata. - The other time I was with the gents, and we had a good time. - [Ong tlhabela band](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ong-tlhabela-band/) - You are making a noise, you are too loud. https://www.tiktok.com/@leeramthethwa/video/7207779545842257158 - [Di Fridge](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/di-fridge/) - the courthouse's holding cells. Sa tsena di fridge ntwana, okase boe pila. O tla chechella. - Don't get arrested my boy, you won't come back the same. - [Some more](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/some-more/) - an extra plate of food Ngisacela isome more? - Can I please have another plate of food? - [Skepere](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skepere/) - 1. the reduction of quantity or quality of a product without informing the client. Sa reka di chips tsa ka da, ba betha skepere laas. - Don't buy chips from that store, they cheat fiddle with their quantities. 2. small in size, amount or degree. Ahh jo plate ele ya dijo ene le skepere ene - [Ntlavo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ntlavo/) - a bullet, a small metal object that is shot from a gun. Ne ho lla sethunya Fela daar, bamo shapile ka ntlavo tse boma 2. - There was a lot of gun fire there, he was shot with atleast 2 bullets. - [Mochina](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mochina/) - Fah-fee or Fa-Fi A form of gambling betting done in the township. It is organised and run by the Chinese South African community. ko raloka mochina. - I'm going to gamble fafi. FAFI (Mochina) is illegal in South Africa.#illegalgambling, #gautenggamblingboard, #gamblesafe, #illegalgamblinghurts, #winnersknowwhentostop, #gambling pic.twitter.com/S93tVnSA3G — Gauteng Gambling (@Gautenggamblin) February 6, 2023 - [Jive](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jive/) - Mzansi Taal · Jive 1. a situation that causes difficulty or stress. Eish ke jive ke thutse ka transi ya tyma. - Eish i'm in a situation, i crashed with my fathers car. 2. can be used to refer to dancing. Do you know how to jive? - Do you know how to dance? - [Christina Publiganda](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/christina-publiganda/) - christian people All the Christina propaganda must have a lovely festive. - [Feta ka yena](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/feta-ka-yena/) - to lie to a person. Mo o feta ka yena ene a bone selo. - [Tshware maatla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tshware-maatla/) - to be in possession of wealth. Mo kasi authy yela ke yona yao tshwara maatla straight. - [nderi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nderi-2/) - an organ of a person used to think and to feel. Haone nderi wena okase dule mo puleng kantle ho umbrella. You do not think, you cannot be in the rain without an umbrella. - [Optrakgg](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/optrakgg/) - gossip A ke e tshepe taba yeuwe e noba optrakgg fela. - [Ntopele](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ntopele/) - buy for me. Ntopele skipa le jean. - [Ntlamise](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ntlamise/) - lend me. Ntlamise R50 ke tla gofa ka friday. - [Nomoro](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nomoro/) - lies O winne lotto? yeuwe ke nomoro. - [Gera](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gera/) - to catch someone in the act, usually a criminal act or doing something that is frowned upon. Le jola batho ba batho, ba tlo le gera. - You are are in relationships with people who are in other committed relationships, you will get caught. - [Mokola](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mokola/) - to smuggle. Authy yela e mokola zolo. - [Motsetserepe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/motsetserepe/) - a skinny person. Mofeng some more, akere labona ngwano ke motsetserepe - Give him/her more food, you can see that the child is skinny. #SingleAndMingle Aowaaa😭😂😂 motsetserepe o mo kana! — Ngwano Ke Stance. (@MsCleopatra_) April 18, 2020 - [Moghari](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/moghari/) - cigarette Moghari wa Styvesant wa tura. - [Spraka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spraka/) - 1. a conversation. Ba jinde nyana, ba tshere spraka. - Don't bother them they are still talking. 2. persuade (someone) to do or believe something by lying to them. Ba mo tshere ka spraka a fana ka phone ya gae. - They conned him into giving away his phone. Synonym: Ova Ringa - [Vrystik](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/vrystik/) - to romance, kiss and make out. I feel sorry for you, a year without vrystik! - I feel sorry for you, a year without romance! My boi Mark is just here for vrystik #TheBachelorSA — SHATTERPROOF (@__Twigz) March 19, 2020 - [Tinker](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tinker/) - Withdrawal associated with drugs. "Wa tinker tinker nkare bafana ba di nyaope." - "You are going through withdrawal like nyaope boys." Alternatives: Alostro - [Mathešong](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mathesong/) - workplace Ke ya mathešong monday to friday. - [Milla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/milla/) - to benefit from criminal activities. Ke milla R500 every time re tšeyela motho phone. - [Maslapi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/maslapi/) - the act of smoking just before bedtime. A ka se robale e se a humane maslapi. - [Tinka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tinka/) - A car with extremely lowered suspension bounces as it moves. Polo ela ya dropsaka ya tinka. - That lowered suspension Polo bounces as it moves. - [Madam](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/madam/) - girlfriend Madam waka o robetše. - [Skhokho](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skhokho/) - 1. someone who is good at what he does. Daai man ke skhokho o kgona ho driver a palame koloi hodimo e tsamaya. - That guy is good, he can drive the car while he is sitting on top of it. 2.The tough outter part of bread or porridge. Ke kgona ho ja skhokho ka tea - [Mphanchetše](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mphanchetse/) - a word used for requesting a cigarette. Kgopela o mphanchetše kwaii. - [Mfologe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mfologe-2/) - leave me alone. Nna le wena a re sa jola mfologe. - [Mmeyane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mmeyane/) - a woman's genitals. Kgale ka bona mmeyane. - [Ma4](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ma4/) - the police. Ma4 ba mo tshwere a bethile mosadi. - [Mpyaka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mpyaka/) - a friend. Mahlatse ke mpyaka ke phela le yena. - [Mathopa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mathopa/) - a winner. Ngwanola o bile mathopa ka di awards. - [Betha mechene](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-mechene/) - to act foolish. Wena o betha mechene kudu ao re selo. - [Mbhaiša](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbhaisa/) - to snitch. Authy yela ase authy ya selo wa mbhaiša. - [Fokol](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fokol/) - Mzansi Taal · Fokol A word used to say nothing. alternative: vokol https://twitter.com/Tendaijoe/status/1135241498570739713 - [Maboteng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/maboteng/) - the insides of a prison cell. Bare ka maboteng a gona bosso o ska duma go ya. - [Malapi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/malapi/) - Nike clothing brand. Authy yela etlao aperela malapi bohloko. - [Lepzana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lepzana/) - a laptop. Lepzana ya gago e kae o mfe di movie. - [Lekope](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lekope/) - an expensive cellphone. Ahh jwalo iPhone ke lekope straight. - [Levanza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/levanza/) - avanza, a Toyota brand car. Levanza la authy yela le nametša bana ba skolo. - [Lenzweng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lenzweng/) - the villages. Ko bona mokgekolo kua lenzweng ka weekend. - [Letsogo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/letsogo/) - to masturbate. Eno betha letsogo akere ao nyake mosadi. - [Lwela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lwela/) - to persevere. Go boima mara lwela authy yaka. - [Lekakapa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lekakapa/) - expensive clothing brands. authy yela e tla go bolaya ka lekakapa. - [Kota](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kota-2/) - a quarter loaf of bread filled with chips and polony. A ke nyake bogobe ke nyaka go ja kota. - [Kwena](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwena-2/) - lacoste, an italian clothing brand. authy yela e apere kwena top to bottom. - [Kompera](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kompera/) - to contribute money. Ka Saturday re kompera di R100 tša nama le di drinks. - [Kragg](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kragg/) - to be hardheaded. Authy yela ena le kragg ga e nyake go kwa selo. - [Berekela nakong](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/berekela-nakong/) - be quick. Berekela nakong re jagile. - [Fezi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fezi/) - funeral Ga bo Lerato go na le fezi ka Saturday. - [Hoki](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hoki/) - a shack or a small shelter built from timesheets. I need to fix iroof le hoki yam. - I need to fix the roof on my shack. - [Hlaba price](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hlaba-price/) - to sellout. Authy yela ere hlaba price go maphodisa. - [Di Qala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/di-qala/) - problem Di qala di thomile ke wena. - [Gologo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gologo-2/) - a strong alcoholic beverage, such as straights or spirits. Today ke batla ho tawa fast ke nwa gologo fela eseng beer. -Today I want to get drunk fast, I am drinking straits only. - [Di nkwe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/di-nkwe/) - trouble Ke hlakana le di nkwe maphodisa a nnyaka. - [Go ikela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/go-ikela/) - to go out for drinks. Mamohla ka 8 rea ikela. - [Ghangha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ghangha/) - to roam around without a plan. Mo wa ghangha why osa noya gae. - [Fakazela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fakazela/) - to support or stand behind something. Ke fakazela taba ya gore re lata mfanola. - [Easy target](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/easy-target/) - a woman who sleeps around. Lata ngwanola ke easy target otlo tsamaya le wena. - [Echi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/echi/) - matches Mphe echi yeuwe ke ntšhe stick. - [Don't die](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dont-die/) - o let it go. O go hurtile mara don't die. - [Di bookeng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/di-bookeng/) - facebook Ke nna friend ya gago kua di bookeng. - [Dia Kosa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dia-kosa/) - Mzansi Taal · Dia Kosa It is a must. Swanetše re bolele nnete, dia kosa. There is no avoiding it, dia kosa mfana. - [Di poto](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/di-poto/) - describes a curvaceous woman. Bona ngwanola o rwele di poto. - [Big5](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/big5/) - someone who eats excessively. A uthy yela e phaka la bobedi ke le big5. - [Masha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/masha/) - move from one place to another. Hake o batle mona sanie, masha! - I don't want you here go! - [Bakela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bakela/) - to cause stress. Ke nyaka go mmotša gore maphodisa a mo nyaka, ke no mo bakela fela. - [Betha metanso](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-metanso-2/) - to dance. Kabza o rile a namela stage ra betha metanso straight. - [Phamola](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phamola/) - quickly seize (something) in a rude or eager way. - [Phomola](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phomola/) - quickly seize (something) in a rude or eager way. - [Akejaje](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/akejaje/) - lack the answer to a question, uncertain about something, or have a lack of information. Vux came back from work? Akejaje, I just arrived. - [Ke Nna Daar](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ke-nna-daar/) - a subjective confirmation of dating someone. When he says “ ke nna daar” 😍🥹 — gorgeous girl💸 (@jade_billions) October 15, 2024 - [Lahla Sight](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lahla-sight/) - Mzansi Taal · Lahla Side lose the plot or disappoint by not beign aware of your surroundings until you get taken advantage of. Daai man o lahla sight ba nkile wallet ya hae a robetse.- That guy lost the plot, they took his wallet while he wasn't aware. Alternative: Lahla Site Lahla Side - [Nunu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nunu/) - 1. a baby the nunu is so cute, how old is he? 2. a women's genitals i must go shave my nunu, vux is coming over for nyam 3. a nickname the public has given to Bheki Cele. Mu'kuita sei ne weekend? Tjovitjo!! Kusazoba lit🔥🔥 Zishangani? Comments with most likes WINS (see prize in thread) - [Voetjies Jiek](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/voetjies-jiek/) - to be restless and wanting to be out on the streets. Die vrou se voetjies jiek. - This lady has itchy feet. - [Phobla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phobla/) - beer, an alcoholic beverage made of water and hops. Esale ke shapa phobla the whole night maobane ko tarven. - I drank beer the whole night at the tarven yesterday. - [Zishangani](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/zishangani/) - used as a friendly greeting and to ask someone how they are and what's happening. Sho bafetho ke kgale le vaile, zishangani? - Hi gents its been a while, what's up? Mu'kuita sei ne weekend? Tjovitjo!! Kusazoba lit🔥🔥 Zishangani? Comments with most likes WINS (see prize in thread) #DoGreatThingsEveryDay pic.twitter.com/d1ypcmANqw — Old Mutual Zimbabwe (@OldMutualZW) - [Tot Die Law Kom](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tot-die-law-kom/) - until the cops come or it can go on very long or forever. Ons het gedans tot die law kom. - We will party and dance until. Daar isi vir Damian Willemse nie. Our guy took "ons party tot die law kom" to a never sphere.🤣🤣🤣🤣 https://t.co/5CgffQROqO — Rudian ⚠️ (@RudianC) November 1, 2023 - [Tollie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tollie/) - a mans private part or penis. Hy het n klein tollie. - He has a small penis. - [Takke](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/takke/) - facial or body hair. Kyk hoe lyk haar takke. - Look at her hair. - [Donner](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/donner/) - Hit or strike. I will donner you Also see: Bliksem Neuk Moer - [Betha Top](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-top/) - 1. mental unfitness especially as manifested in wild or aggressive behaviour. "Ha dintsi ka daai man, o bethile top" - "that guy is not correct, he has gone crazy" 2. extremely angry or annoyed. "Ba mmethile ka stena o bethile top" - "they stole his girlfriend she is furious" 3. a cars engine has overheated - [Kgomo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kgomo/) - someone who is real bad at something. Nee man coach ntsa daai man, ke kgomo. - No coach remove that guy, he is terrible. Alternative: Patla - [Betha Block](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-block/) - to pass out, usually after heavy consumption of alcohol. Everytime o downa o betha block. - Everytime you drink you pass out. - [Dial](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dial/) - A person's face. Put a smile on your dial man. - Put a smile on your face. Alternative: Windscreen - [Randall](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/randall/) - rand currency or money in general. Gee n Randall of twee. - Give a Rand or two. - [Ragia](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ragia/) - to rain or precipitation. Dit ragia nou so lekker. - It is raining so nicely. - [Poenankies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/poenankies/) - to be cute or adorable. Sy is te poenankies. - She is too cute. #Suidooster: Dié twee is te poenankies, of hoe? pic.twitter.com/AVRTYiRmrk — kykNET&kie (@kykNETkie) December 28, 2023 - [Dhova](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dhova/) - activity of propelling oneself through water using the limbs. I am taking my cindy for dhova lessons. - [Sthokothetsi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sthokothetsi/) - an unfortunate state resulting from unfavorable outcomes or bad luck. Ai daai man ona le sthokothetsi cos hake vaya le yena hake pope. - Thay guy has got badluck because everytime i go with him I don't prosper. Hahona nthoe sthokothetsi joalo ka lemina in the exam room 😩😩 — Mrs Taole (@Gettie25) May 18, - [Bhaya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bhaya/) - many. Banenyana ke ba ba bhaya mo stadium. - [Bebe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bebe/) - Penis, an external male reproduction organ used to urinate and have sex. Stilo ba mo rata bare bebe ya hae e kgolo. - Stilo is loved, the ladies say he has a huge package. - [Jet Li](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jet-li/) - to leave. I'm gonna jet li to my lodge. - I'm going to leave and go home. - [Jennifer Justice](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jennifer-justice/) - a policeman or magistrate. Wag, hier kom Jennifer Justice! - Wait here comes the police. - [Janaaza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/janaaza/) - a funeral. We are going to the janaaza to pay our last respects. - [Betha metanso](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/betha-metanso/) - to dance. Kabza o rile a namela stage ra betha metanso straight. - [Lodge](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lodge/) - the place where one lives. Kom chill by my lodge. - [Irma](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/irma/) - an indian gay man. That Irma smells good. Synonyms: Indiana Ida - [Boseša](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bosesa/) - to stay up throughout the night. Ke nyaka go boseša ke bala mamohla. - [Indiana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/indiana/) - an indian gay man. I like that Indiana. Synonym: Ida - [Ida](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ida/) - an indian gay man. I want that Ida. Synonym: Indiana - [Hilda](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hilda/) - to be ugly. Sy is vast Hilda. - She is very ugly. - [Bhaf](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bhaf/) - 5 Rand Nrekele airtime ya bhaf. - [Bunny](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bunny/) - pregnancy. Bona mpa ya ngwanola, o bunny. - [Reeva](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/reeva/) - bad-mannered Jy's darem Reeva - [Claudette](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/claudette/) - someone who has debt. Ek wil nie claudette wiesie. - I don't want to have debt. - [Leroro](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/leroro/) - the act of running away from something or someone. E mmethile leroro o bolela ale tee. - [Hemelhoer](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hemelhoer/) - an air hostess. She's a hemelhoer at FlySafair. Synonyms: Airy fairy Trolly Dolly Fly matress - [Cindy](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/cindy/) - a young human being below the age of puberty. Die Cindy is stout. - [Nancy Melissa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nancy-melissa/) - to not want to do something. Ek het nancy melissa vir werk. - I do not feel like working. - [Battery](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/battery/) - a mentally challenged person. Authy yela e slow, okare ke battery nyana. - [Heavenly Britney](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/heavenly-britney/) - a birthday of a deceased. Heavenly Britney to aunt Layde. - [Nellies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nellies/) - anxious or apprehensive I am so nellies following the performance I gave. - [Hazel](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hazel/) - buttocks, the soft rounded parts at the back of your body that you sit on. Look at her hazel. Synonym: holle - [Min Gespin](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/min-gespin/) - to be unbothered or nonchalant. Dai man is min gespin. - That guy is nonchalant. min gespin. idc anymore.😊 — ʝąყ.♡ (@jadaxmoodley) March 29, 2020 - [Luba](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/luba-loeba/) - a man's privates. Stuur n photo van jou luba. - Send me a picture of your privates. Alternative spelling: Loeba - [Harry](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/harry/) - hangover. We partied hard last night, I woke up with a harry. - [Hanna](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hanna/) - food. I love that place's hanna. Alternative: Hanna Montana - [1K](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/1k/) - people born before the year 2 000. When did you guys starting calling us ma 1k? pic.twitter.com/CzwRNWxTKI — Billz (@BillzDaOriginal) November 3, 2025 - [Afdroelap](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/afdroelap/) - a dishcloth. Gebruik die afroelap. Use the dish cloth. - [Gwaan](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gwaan/) - to tell someone to leave. Gwaan jy man. - Tell that man to leave. Synonym: Laain - [Zelda](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/zelda/) - a Zulu homosexual. Sy's n Zelda - He is a homosexual Zulu man. Alternative: Zita - [Jassis](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jassis/) - expressing astonishment or admiration Jassis! you can lie. - [Moeder](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/moeder/) - a female prison warder. Antonym: - Fader Eish moeder o confiscate'ile phone yaka. - The lady prison warder confiscated my phone. - [Gwa Gwa Gwa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gwa-gwa-gwa/) - and so on and so on. Take the plates, cups and gwa gwa gwa. - [Guccis](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/guccis/) - bags under the eyes. Look at your guccis from all the patsies. - Look at the bags under your eyes. - [Griselda](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/griselda/) - an extremely unattractive person. I don't talk to a Griselda. Synonym: Hilda Gertrude Felicity - [Fader](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fader/) - a male prison warder. Anyone can get trapped but not everyone can survive the backrooms. Survivors are only to those that have conviction to thrive in this endless prison. Fader will regret not going deeper in the backrooms — Shrimpie (@Shrimpieeeeee) May 30, 2025 Antonym: Moeder - [Kelly Clarkson](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kelly-clarkson/) - to be cold. Dis baie Kelly Clarkson vandag. - It is very cold today. - [Gilda](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gilda/) - to be guilty. He's making me feel so Gilda. - [Ghoen](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ghoen/) - a professional or a person who knows what they are doing. He's a ghoen in chess. - [Gertrude](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gertrude/) - being ugly. Ooh look at Getrude! Synonym: Hilda - [Geraldine](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/geraldine/) - an older gay man. No, I don't have time for Geraldines. - [Walmer Estate](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/walmer-estate/) - warm or hot. Today is Walmer Estate. - [Ursula](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ursula/) - to know something or someone. Ons is Ursula van wat gebeur het - We know what happened. Alternative: Urshy - [Janjas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/janjas/) - prison, a place where people convicted of crime are kept. Daai man olo dula 10 years janjas for ho bolaya motho. - That guy is going to spend 10 years in prison for killing someone. Alternative: Danyani - [Tilicia](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tilicia/) - toilet. Go Washiela yourself in the Tilicia - Go wash yourself in the toilet. - [Chippendale](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/chippendale/) - chipped or cracked. My naelle are chippendale. - My nails are chipped. - [Tarsha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tarsha/) - thank you. Tarsha for the patsy - Thank you for the party. - [Gaydar](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gaydar/) - the ability to recognise a gay person. My gaydar is very strong. - [Sweaty Betty](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sweaty-betty/) - a sweaty/perspiring man. Ek lussie vir n Sweaty Betty nie! - I do not want a sweaty man! - [Stella](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stella/) - to steal. He was so brave to Stella - He was so brave to steal. - [Wayza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wayza/) - way back or a long time ago. Ke chitse le di mpinji tsa ko wayza. - I'm hanging out with friends from way back. - [Stacey](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stacey/) - to stay behind. Sy gaan by die huis stacey - She is going to stay at the house. - [Slamse Skool](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/slamse-skool/) - muslim/Islamic School. I'm going to Slamse Skool. - [Fun Rally](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fun-rally/) - a funeral. Are you going to attend the fun rally? - [Slamat](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/slamat/) - congratulations. Slamat on your birthday! - [Sheila](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sheila/) - 1. to defecate. 2. refers to faeces (n). Don't talk Sheila! - Moenie kak praat nie! - [Flying Matress](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/flying-matress/) - an air hostess. She's a flyng matress at SAA. Synonyms: Hemelhoer Trolly Dolly - [Shamiela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/shamiela/) - to be shy. Niggie is nou Shamiela - The girl is shy. - [Skelem](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skelem/) - a dodgy person, thief or con artist. Baa ke di skelem gampe, I don't want them anywhere near me. - These guys are criminals, I don't want them anywhere near me. Alternative: Sekeleme - [Sarah Mc Clachlan](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sarah-mc-clachlan/) - to be in pain or to feel sore. My head office is Sarah MC Clachlin - My head is sore. - [Ramona Rottencrotch](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ramona-rottencrotch/) - a man who stinks/who is unhygienic. Ooh the smell of Ramona Rottencrotch! - [Jakalas or Jackalas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jakalas-or-jackalas/) - Mzansi Taal · Jakalas 1. a guy. O kae daai jackalas? - Where is that guy? 2. someone who can not be trusted. Daaiman ha shap ke jakalas aka o rekisa o tsamaya le yena. - That guy is not right, he cannot be trusted. he could sell you out. - [Ragmiejah](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ragmiejah/) - rain/precipitation. Die ragmieyah was weer rof - It was raining heavily. - [Florence](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/florence/) - the floor. I'll throw your cameron on the florence. - [Queen](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/queen/) - a feminine gay man. Ooh there comes the queen! - [Fish/Vis](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fish-vis/) - a female. Kyk dai vis! - Look at that fish. Alternative: fish paste - [Priscilla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/priscilla/) - a police man. Watch out for Priscilla. - [Polly Papagaai](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/polly-papagaai/) - a gay man who gossips. Listen to Polly Papagaai. - [Felicity](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/felicity/) - to be very ugly. She dresses nicely, but she is a felicity period! Synonym: Griselda/ Gertrude - [Philida](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/philida/) - to be full. That hanna made me Philida - That food made me full. - [Fatima](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fatima/) - to be overweight/fat. That's a fatima bag. - That's a fat man. - [Ernestina](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ernestina/) - a seriously gay man. Look at that ernestina. - [Pearl Harbour](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pearl-harbour/) - to pee/urinate. Sy het vir haar Natasha ge Pearl Harbour - She peed herself wet. - [Olga](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/olga/) - old and ugly. One day when we're all olga. - [Earlington](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/earlington/) - early. I was there earlington. - [Double Adaptor](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/double-adaptor/) - Mzansi Taal · Double Adaptor a bisexual person. A double adaptor goes both ways. Also see: Twin plug - [Ola Fishpaste](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ola-fishpaste/) - an old lady. That Ola fishpaste gives the best advice. - [Die Bilal Bang](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/die-bilal-bang/) - The call to prayer. I need to go inside, die bilal bang. - I need to go inside, they are calling for prayer. - [Daylin](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/daylin/) - a day. The last daylin of the year. - [Ola](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ola/) - Mzansi Taal · ola 1. used as a greeting Ola mfethu, where have you been? 2. ageing/ getting old. He's an ola bag - He is an old guy. - [Miyang stokkie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/miyang-stokkie/) - incense/ scented sticks that you put on the wooden little holders that gives off a smell when lit Stiek gou dai miang stokkies aan. (Light the incense) - [Cynthia](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/cynthia/) - synthetic/artificial. Look at her wig, I think the hair is cynthia. Alternative: Canderel queen - [Come Out](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/come-out/) - to declare or acknowledge your sexual orientation. I will come out this year. - [medoura](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/medoura/) - headgear for muslim women Put on your medoura - [Closet](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/closet/) - the status of a homosexual person who hasn't declared their sexual orientation. He is still in the closet. - [Closet Queen](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/closet-queen/) - a person suspected to be gay or lesbian. This guy is a closet queen. - [Clock](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/clock/) - money. She drives a luxury car, it's obvious she has a lot of clock. Synonyms: moentjies - [Norma](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/norma/) - a heterosexual person. Kyk vir norma - Look at the straight person. - [Nora](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nora/) - to be stupid or ignorant. Sy's n nora vis - she is a dumb woman. - [Man-man](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lamming/) - each / every person Man man kry n stukkie (each person gets a piece) - [Natasha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/natasha/) - to be wet/get wet/make wet. Sy het vir haar Natasha ge Pearl Harbour - She peed herself wet. - [Cilla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/cilla/) - a cigarette. Ek lus nou vir n cilla. - I need a cigarette. - [Montekayla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/montekayla/) - mouth Gaan washiela jou montekayla - Go wash your mouth. - [Christina](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/christina/) - a christian. Christinas are celebrating Christmas. - [Chippendales](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/chippendales/) - hot chips/fries. The burger meal comes with chippendales. - [Lepoutjeke](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lepoutjeke/) - 1. Buttocks. 2. Nakedness. Ke robala ka lepoutjeke. - I sleep naked. Variation: lepoucheke poutjeke O shaker lepoutjeke. 😂 — 𝐋𝐄𝐄𝐘𝐎𝐋𝐀 (@IAmLeeyola) May 16, 2024 - [Dladla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dladla/) - a house or home for human habitation. Ke buyile dladla. - I bought a house. Variation: Ledladla Dladleni Dladleng Hhayi ngisho 7 meter mshana, kudlalwa ngathi ibukeka incane ledladla for that price — Bino 香蕉 (@SmangaNRB) January 20, 2022 - [Moentjies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/moentjies/) - money. Sy het baie moentjies. She has a lot of money. - [Biesag](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/biesag/) - to be in everyone's business/ a busy body. I can't talk at the moment,I am biesag. - [Capture](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/capture/) - to fetch something or someone. I am going in the house to quickly capture my bag. - [Canderel Queen](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/canderel-queen/) - a person who lacks sincerity or a person who is not genuine. Look at Canderel Queen's shoes, they are as fake as she is. Synonyms: Cynthia - [Miriam Makeba](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/miriam-makeba/) - refers to a mirror. Karla in the Mirriam Makeba and Khuleleka how you look. Look in the mirror to check yourself. - [Milli Vanilli](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/milli-vanilli/) - fake/ imitation. These bags are Milli vanilli. - [hoesit?](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hoesit-2/) - how are you doing? Hoesit mybru? (How are you my brother?) - [Cameron](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/cameron/) - a camera. I am going to grab your Cameron! - [Busy Corner](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/busy-corner/) - to be in someone's business. She is very busy corner. Alternative: busy body - [Britney](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/britney/) - birthday. You must have a lovely Britney. - [Brenda Fassie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/brenda-fassie/) - a loaf of bread. She came home with a half Brenda Fassie. - [Biya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/biya/) - father. I love my biya. Alternative: boeya - [Masiet](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/masiet/) - mosque, a Muslim place of prayer. On Fridays we go to the masiet. - [Bethlehem](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bethlehem/) - a beer. Ons Dora gou drie Bethlehems. - Let's drink three beers. - [Maak Shabba](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/maak-shabba/) - to be great/well. Die drag maak shabba. They are well dressed. - [Mbombai](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbombai/) - cheap or counterfeit/fake product. O rekile tekkie ya mbombai ena hase original. - You bought fake takkies, they are not original. Alternative: Fong fokong Mbombae Coke Ya Mbombai pic.twitter.com/8JZoop5F1S — #AfroKingEP (@IamDJSOSO) November 21, 2013 - [Bacha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bacha/) - to recite in Arabic. Ek gaan gou bacha. - I am going to quickly go pray. Alternative: batcha - [Fokop](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fokop/) - a failure/ a mess/ loser. dai man is n fokop. - that man is a loser. - [Jozi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jozi/) - Mzansi Taal · Jozi Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa. Ko Jozi maboneng. Johannesburg the city of lights. Synonyms 011 Joho Joburg Egoli Jwanesburg Mjipa - [Montague Garden](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/montague-garden/) - someone's mouth. Go Rina your Montague Garden - Go rinse your mouth. - [Aanmaak Drink](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/aanmaak-drink/) - cordial, a concentrated liquid that you have to dilute with water. Ons het net aanmaak drinks. We are drinking cordial. - [Yolanda Girl](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/yolanda-girl/) - a girl or young lady. Give the Yolanda girl a great Tammy Anne. - Give the young girls a good time. - [Ghoema Hare](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ghoema-hare/) - hair with a kink in, textured hair. Looks like candy floss. Dai vrou het ghoema hare. - That lady has flossy hair. Today is national candy floss day. Ghoema hare,, Ghoema hare,,,jou MA se oog. 🤭😋 pic.twitter.com/xhgCvDcjfM — MR B🤓 on X (@Marky_AB) December 7, 2021 - [Phakiwe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phakiwe/) - taken to custody by legal authorities. Daai man o phakiwe after ba mothola ka stolen car. The guy was arrested after being found with a stolen car. - [Tamaaf](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tamaaf/) - to be sorry. I heard about the accident, tamaaf. - [Phaka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phaka/) - help given, especially by the state or an organisation, to people who need it, especially because they do not have enough money O phaka, food parcels at the community hall - [Switzerland](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/switzerland/) - to be neutral, to not take sides. She's Switzerland on that matter. - [Zee Four](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/zee-four/) - lies, bieng told untrue stories. Ha ware ona le transi mos ke transi ya Thiza ee, eish wa eshapa zee four. - You said you have a car but you are lying this car belongs to this person, you are lying to me. - [Monate](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/monate/) - satisfaction, when everything in ones life seems to be going well. ke monate dintho tsaka ha kena complaints. - I'm content with my things and have no complaints. - [Clarence](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/clarence/) - completely finished. I am Clarence, after the marathon. - [Befokte](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/befokte/) - Great or excellent. Dai's n beforkte kar (That's a great car) Alternative: Bevok - [Fong Kong](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fong-kong/) - Mzansi Taal · Fong Kong A fake products, usually Chinese replicas or those bought from street vendors. Ba apara difong kong. - They wear fake products. Growing up someone told me a Chinese man named Fong Kong sold fake shoes and other things to the masses. People caught on and, well… — 𝓟𝔞𝔱𝔯𝔦𝔠𝓴👾✰ (@Jailman_) November - [Balsak](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/balsak/) - Scrotum/ball sack. "Eina bal op die balsak." - "Ouch ball on the scrotum." - [Natalie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/natalie/) - a black person. Natalies love dancing to kwaito music. - [Darkie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/darkie/) - Mzansi Taal · Darkie a black person. "Bo darkie don't go into the pool at a pool party.". Alternative: Ndarkie - [Skontiri](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skontiri/) - tar road. Potholes di tletse ho batlahala skontiri dikoloi di tsamaye smooth. - There are too many potholes, we need a tar road so cars can travel smoothly. - [bietjie liefde](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/afdroelap-2/) - dishcloth gebruik die afroelap. - use the dish cloth. - [Sonja het geCarmelita](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sonja-het-gecarmelita/) - When it warms up or the sun comes out. Die sonja het gister gecarmelita. - [20/20](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/20-20/) - 1. VW Golf MK2 GTI. My first car was a vw 20/20. - [bietjie liefde](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/12246/) - [ek breek my](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ek-breek-my/) - to laugh out loud. - Jene, ek breek my vir haar - [Yaatrot](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/yaatrot/) - an ugly/unattractive girl that hangs out on a yard (shebeen) Dai goose is n yaatrot. - That girl is unattractive/loose/promiscuous. Synonym: Goffel - [Ezi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ezi/) - buttocks, a human physical feature that we sit on. Ngwana ole o curvaceous, ezi ya hae e dutse shap. - That girl has a curvaceous butt. O wele ka le ezi. - He/She fell on he/she butt. Alternative: mepako abnormal load lepoutjeke - [Wandie Latiefa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wandie-latiefa/) - to work late. Ek wandie latiefa vandag. - I am walking slowly today. - [Moer](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/moer/) - 1. bring one's hand or a tool or weapon into contact with (someone or something) quickly and forcefully. I will moer you. 2. speak to or treat with disrespect or scornful abuse. Jou moer. Alternatives: Bliksem Donner Neuk - [Hang Voetjies or Voetjies Hang](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hang-voetjies-or-voetjies-hang/) - Mzansi Taal · Hang Voetjies Used to refer to tagging along in someone's car. Voetjies hang is top tier 🤌🏽😮‍💨 https://t.co/qRaVwx3e9x — Nicole Jacobs (@NicoleJacobsNJ) May 2, 2022 - [S'tlamatlama](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stlamatlama/) - hangover, having excessive alcohol the previous night and waking up not feeling well. Ehh maobane ke nwele jwala too much nou stlamatlama sa mpolaya. Yesterday I had too much alcohol, and now the hangover is killing me. Alternative: Babalas S'tlamatlama se reng ka nako eo — Bravo Man 🖤 (@SbuMohale) February 18, 2012 - [Gouzis](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gouzis/) - to be prompt or quick. Eh monna etsa gouzis before re fihla ba kwetse daar. - Ey man be quick before we get there after they have closed. - [Rabobi or Rabubi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rabobi-or-rabubi/) - the black South African Spiderman It is believed that the name was coined as a result of Spiderman episodes which where dubbed with African Languages. The name has stuck ever since. Rabobi papa 😅 https://t.co/pdyy2e3kY5 — Łãkhę (@Dazabu_) May 4, 2021 - [Soentoe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/soentoe/) - to go/leave Negative people - SOENTOE ✋ — Sabrina Matthee (@sabrina_matthee) August 5, 2013 - [Blofa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/blofa/) - 1. to ignore, refuse or reject. Ke go grootile mara wang blofa. - I greeted you but you ignored me. 2. To provide inaccurate information. Also see: Mize - [Trotters](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/trotters/) - feet or legs. My trotters makeer n massage. - My feet need a massage. - [Stedi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stedi/) - Your own place to stay e.g. apartments, house, rented room and more. Nzamse ka stedi, o lady o teng ko joint. She says she can always find “stedi”ko Daveyton whenever he comes #SingleAndMingle — Malume (@bozzie_t) September 4, 2021 - [Poroporwana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/poroporwana/) - 1. small and old metred taxi cars. i deleted Bolt, ke vaya ka di poroporwana nou. - i deleted Bolt, i use metre taxis now. 2. Volkswagen Citi Golf. skeem sela se via ka di poroporwana. - that group of friends drive citi golfs. - [Mogwanthi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mogwanthi-or-muwganti/) - a promiscuous person. Daai baby ke mogwanthi. - That girl is promiscuous. The usage of the word was popularised by a song that went viral titled 'Mogwanthi wa Pretoria." - [Pexa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pexa/) - boastfully display one's abilities or accomplishments hake motho le ho pexa - I am not one to show off. - [Spat](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spat/) - 1.go or leave/go. Lat os spat! - Let's go! I just got here and I want to spat. 2.To be pregant(n) Wena o spat - you are pregnant. - [Bampa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bampa/) - to fail or when something did not go according to plan. O tlo bampa mfanaka. - You are going to fail my boy. Ke bampile maobane daai cherrie o hanne. - I failed yesterday, that girl rejected me. Variation Bampile - [Yethe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/yethe/) - an idiot. Andile o nale bo yethe nyana neh?🤔 — Sun Kissed🌻🌻🌻 (@DearTlotli) July 5, 2022 Alternative: Hethe - [Sthing Thing](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sthing-thing/) - an idiot. They thing we are sthingthing bafo — chonaphi kaicana (@mabunda_step) October 2, 2023 - [Guguthu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/guguthu/) - a massive fight. ke guguthu mae bra😏 — MacGyver14 (@MGyver14) April 20, 2020 - [Ysterperd](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ysterperd/) - Motorbike. My ysterperd is clean and ready to go. Ek het 'n Kawa Custom Z400 gery = die beste ysterperd wat ek nog gehad het. — Jay Kay (@JayKay92102236) March 31, 2023 - [Doepmaal](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/doepmaal/) - a baby-naming ceremony where Muslim clerics offer blessings over the child and family, while the community comes together to celebrate and congratulate the parents. you're invited to the doepmaal for my firstborn son. - [Fenku Fenku](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fenku-fenku/) - Approaching something directly and not beating around the bush. Ke mo lata fenku fenku. - I approach him/her directly. - [Bambara](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bambara/) - 1. a grudge. 2. secretly following someone closely for quite some time. Laitie eo ke mo beile bambara, a baiza fela ka kena. - I'm following that young boy very closely; if he flops, I'm going in. No ways. Neba mmeile bambara 😭 https://t.co/r8KbjkVvKS — Mama Don Pablo (@_Brishka) January 19, 2022 Alternative: Bampara - [Jippo Guts](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jippo-guts/) - having loose or watery stools more frequently than normal, or having three or more loose or liquid stools in one day The exam is about to begin and I have jippo guts. - [Tjappies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tjappies/) - tattoos that symbolizes gangster's rank in South Africa. Check my tjappies, I am the Boss - [bad rep](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bad-rep/) - bad reputation. - That girl has a bad rep - [Bollie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bollie/) - A less offensive word used to refer to stool/poo. Hahahaha! Overshare. Hahaha! RT @miss_concept: You sit on a toilet and you wanna bollie ne? But the freaken bollie won't come out. TF? — 𝕾𝖊𝖗 𝕮𝖔𝖋𝖋𝖆𝖙 𝕺𝖋 𝕳𝖆𝖚𝖘 𝕸𝖆𝖒𝖆𝖇𝖔𝖑𝖔 (@KayCif3R) October 16, 2012 - [Nou Die Laas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nou-die-laas/) - at the present time or moment Ka fitlha nou die laas. - I am arriving just now. - [Ghost](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ghost/) - 1. to fight, a violent exchange of physical blows. Ba tomile ghost. - They started a fight. 2. to suddenly cut all communications with someone that you are not interested in anymore. I was ghosted last week. Variations Ghosto Ghosta - [Spookasem](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spookasem/) - Cotton candy. @LeanneManas spookasem is candyfloss 😂 — Toni Kruger (@ToniKrugerZA) July 25, 2017 - [Saragaand](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/saragaand/) - Saturday night. Ons gaan saragaand dice. - We are going to play dice on Saturday evening. - [Thozi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/twazi/) - a place one goes to relieve themselves. thozi e va? - where is the bathroom? Alternative: Twazi - [Besa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/besa/) - to dress up wearing nice and expensive clothes. daai man wa besa, o shapa Gucci le Versace nou en dan. - That guy dresses well, he wears Gucci and Versace every now and again. - [Umsebenzi Wethu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/umsebenzi-wethu/) - It is a popular song by Busta 929 and Mpura which also developed into a popular dance move. Also see: Zekethe - [One Day Is One Day](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/one-day-is-one-day/) - signifies that a day will finally come, whether for the fulfilment of something positive or used as a warning for the fulfilment of something negative, depending on the context. you are playing with fire, i am telling you, one day is one day. - [Oemie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/oemie/) - Grandmother My oemie slaap al. - My grandmother is sleeping. - [Satis](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/satis/) - to be satisfied. I hope o satis ka gift ya birthday. I hope she is satisfied with her birthday gift. - [Sati](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sati/) - Saturday, the day after Friday. Ra ba kena sati. - We will be gong in on Saturday. - [Robbies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/robbies/) - a robber Dai man is n robbies. - That guy is a robber. - [Pomp](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pomp/) - to have sexual intercourse. my husband likes to pomp me in the evening. Hy wil haar pomp. - He wants to have sex with her. Synonym: Spyker - [Poep](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/poep/) - To fart-Sy poep stink (Her fart smells bad) - [Olady](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/olady/) - a respectful way of addressing a mother or an older lady. olady is busy cooking in the kitchen - [Gabadiya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gabadiya/) - Top Dog You are the true gabadiya. Others ones got a tired Teko. This was gabadiya https://t.co/H9Z0Bpi3Yx — Null_And_Void (@ItsNathi_Costa) October 24, 2025 - [Meals On Wheels](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/meals-on-wheels/) - an attractive man on a motorcycle. Ooh look at these lovely meals on wheels! - [In Sy Glory](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/in-sy-glory/) - being badly hurt or damaged. Ek het die ou ver in sy glory in gestuur. - I damaged that guy badly. Alternative: In Sy Moer - [Ipekonders](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ipekonders/) - 1. hypochondria, which is an overwhelming belief that you have an undiagnosed illness. 2. a person over exaggerates by taking more than necessary precautions for an illness or infections which is not that serious. She has Ipekonders. Daar is altyd daai een persoon by die werk wat altyd een of ander skeet onder lede het. - [Priscilla Pram](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/priscilla-pram/) - a police van. Pasop! Hier kommie Priscilla Pram. - Watch out! Here comes the Police Van. - [Blou Trein](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/blou-trein/) - Direct Translation: Blue train Methylated spirit filtered through white bread and drank like consumer ready beverage. Alternative Witzblits Mampoer Is there still a fascination with the Blue Train? I know the "Blou Trein" is a drink involving filtering methelated spirits through bread. — Phil de Lange (@TakeYourPhil) January 22, 2013 - [Pan/Pun](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pan-pun/) - female genitalia. Dai bag soek n pan. - That man wants the vagina. - [Skhamaround](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skhamaround/) - 1. What goes around comes around. They laughed at me while I was low but Skhamaround. 2. Turn around. Alternative: Skamaround That skhamaround?! 😭🔥 https://t.co/Q9AUl0kKxw — Senzelweokuhle. (@_kuhlem) April 12, 2021 - [Smandana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/smandana/) - a month. Everyone ona le chelete smandana se fedile. - Everyone has money at the end of the month. Mare wa gola smandana akere? You not looking foward to payday? Yeka sisi https://t.co/HXSLhF4vOu— Thusga (@thusga) October 30, 2025 - [In Sy Noppies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/in-sy-noppies/) - being excited or filled with joy. Ek is in my noppies. - I am overjoyed. Boucher in sy noppies met De Kock, Maharaj.https://t.co/phKs3Foxgu (Foto: Getty)#Proteas pic.twitter.com/kWosUabffj — Netwerk24 Sport (@Netwerk24Sport) September 15, 2021 - [Voetjie Voetjie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/voetjie-voetjie/) - an intimate game of kicking and rubbing your feet against someone else's feet. Playing voetjie pic.twitter.com/oxoZZwkvmS — KIDDEAN (@deanstober) January 17, 2021 - [Bossies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bossies/) - Crazy or idiotic. Dat is bossies as jy my vra. - "That is crazy if you ask me. - [Jeje or Lejeje](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jeje-or-lejeje/) - 1. food in general. Ke nako ya lejeje nou. - It's time for food now. 2. grilled meat. Ke birthday ya Sipho vandag re dutse shisanyama re ja lejeje. - It's Sipho's birthday today, we are at the shisanyama eating grilled meat. - [Know My Worth](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/know-my-worth/) - ladies who are single because they are not willing to lower their standards. i’m one of those girls that says “know your worth” to hype up other girls and remind them of who they are, but when it comes to me knowing my worth, i simply... do not ... know it !!!! — abs 🥋 - [Kwae](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwae/) - A cigarette. Mofe bois ya kwae. - give him R2.00 for cigarette. - [Koesister](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/koesister/) - A spicy Cape Malay doughnut with syrup and coconut. Different from "Koeksister" which is a twisted doughnut with no spices. - [Kwatisa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwatisa/) - to be angered by something. That situation ya kwatisa. Variation: Kwata Kwatile - [Levels](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/levels/) - the desired outcomes or achievements that individuals strive for in various aspects of their lives, such as academics, careers, or personal aspirations. Its not showing off, its levels. - [Drie Vyf](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/drie-vyf/) - Chuck Taylor All Star, a shoe made by Converse. Drive vyf e comfortable ho phala daai Adidas. - All Star is more comfortable than Adidas. - [Tannie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tannie/) - Someone's Mother yho that tannie is so rude - [Mjipa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mjipa/) - Johannesburg. Taxi fare Bloemfontein to Mjipa is R250. - [Mbombi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mbombi/) - alcoholic beverage made of water and hops. Eish hwa chesa too much ho batlahala ke nwe mbombi tse i2 ka tshwara plak. - Eish it's to warm, I should drink two Mbomi's to cool down and get tipsy. - [Tot Las](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tot-las/) - to the last level or to the extreme. You don't have to drink tot las. Community e chupeletse tsotsi ela tot las. - The community beat that criminal to the extreme. - [Utlwa Ka Letlalo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/utlwa-ka-letlalo/) - used phrase to tell someone who is being stubborn that they will learn a lesson from the consequences of their mistake. Ba batla ho utlwa ka letlalo akere. Glad you're home now, take care and stay safe 😘 — HRH Mpho ya Bataung 👑 (@Miz_M) March 26, 2020 - [Tletletle](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tletletle/) - 1. used to express laughter via text, similar to lol. 2. It can be used to say women or girls. "Ja, sy is my Tletletle"🔥💕#TheQueenMzansi pic.twitter.com/NsODE75YML — #JusticeForKwasa🌻 (@goaba_diale) November 17, 2018 - [Bushie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bushie/) - 1. a derogatory word used to refer to a mixed race or coloured person. The word can be offensive depending on the context of it's usage. 2. Used to refer to a bushman with aboriginal characteristics. I'm a bushie, we were here in the cape first. - [Potris](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/potris/) - the calf muscles of the leg. eh, potris ya daai man e groot. - Wow, that guy has large calf muscles. - [Torpa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/torpa/) - dad or father. My torpa is not in a good mood today. - [Kofifi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kofifi/) - 1. Sophiatown, a town in Johannesburg. 2. The diverse social and cultural sub-culture life of Sophiatown, covering its art, music, clothing and way of life. 𝗞𝗢𝗙𝗜𝗙𝗜 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬 The Kofifi Dance Party Winter edition is underway at Meropa Casino, Polokwane. #ChronicleNews pic.twitter.com/ilsViOUtZt — Limpopo Chronicle (@LimChronicle) June 28, 2025 - [6-9](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/6-9/) - 1. Toilet/bathroom. 6-9 e vaar? - Where is the bathroom? 2. To pee. I need to go 6-9 real fast before we leave. Alternative: six-nine - [Hlokoloza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hlokoloza/) - Mzansi Taal · Hlokoloza 1. a popular South Africa dance move. It was popularised by Arthur Mafokate and most recently DJ Cleo with his hit track - Hlokoloza. 2. A short piece of wire used for scratching head. Guys with cornrows fight for ihlokoloza with their girlfriends pic.twitter.com/LsbJak5Piv — 🇳🇬🇳🇬Dj Jaivane/KnightSA89 STAN ACCOUNT. (@TheyloveDenz) July - [Stele or Stelle](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stele-or-stelle/) - 1. to be okay or just fine. 2. to hang-out or not doing much. Guy 1: What are you up to. Guy 2: stele man. - [Caracara Dance](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/caracara-dance/) - Mzansi Taal · Caracara Dance a popular South African dance move. It was created popularised by KO and Kid X for their hit track Caracara. - [Vrr Pha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/vrr-pha/) - a vehicle that makes a semi explosive sound when changing gears, popularised by the Golf GTI, Audi and Mercedes Benz. The new Vrr Pha! Golf 8 GTI will launch in South Africa in the third quarter of 2021. First units of VW Golf 8 GTI are now in SA pic.twitter.com/fpOz4afxoi — Ndzavi Derrick .CBA (@NdzaviDerrick) - [Hard Body](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hard-body/) - Mzansi Taal · Hard Body Free range hard chicken. It was coined because of the tough texture of the meat. Ke mo Bra Happy keja mogodu le hardbody😭😭 pls I'm so happy. - I am at Bra Happy eating tripe and free range chicken. — coffee pls. (@Omphile_Mokwape) May 11, 2022 - [After Tears](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/after-tears/) - A get together held after someone's funeral to commemorate their legacy. Many feel that it is inappropriate behavior. Alternative: Visnons Wie sien ons - [Achuz](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/achuz/) - A friend. That's my achuz, let him in Variations: Achuz macala - [Nice Life Problems](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nice-life-problems/) - nice and easy life challenges that one faces when they are more privileged than ordinary people i knew she had Nice Life Problems when she said, "i wonder if i should drive the Porsche or the Beemer today?" - [Vura or Voora](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/vura-or-voora/) - Pronounced: voo-rha Volkswagen VR6 of the Golf MK1, MK2, MK3, the classic polo or Jetta. Where are all the Vura fans at? ----------------------- NEW LISTING! ----------------------- 1998 VW Golf VR6 > Full Service History R260 000 👉ENQUIRY DETAILS at link in first comment below this post! 👇👇👇 pic.twitter.com/EUYPVouibl — SentiMETAL by Cars.co.za (@SentiMETAL_ZA) April 13, - [Stockvel](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stockvel/) - savings or investment society to which members contribute an agreed amount which all goes to one member. (The same contribution rotates and goes to a different member every-time.) Stockvel se dlalela mang next weekend? - [Tsotsi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tsotsi/) - a gangster or a thug. I don't trust that boy, he is dressed like a tsotsi. - [Bari/Bhari](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bhari/) -  An idiot. Mara uyibhari. - but you're an idiot. Alternative: Sny Zodwa - [Abuti Bae](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/abuti-bae/) - 1. An older handsome man. "ooh, dumela abuti bae." - "ooh hello abuti bae." 2. Boyfriend. Alternative: Umkhulu bae - [Kop](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kop/) - 1. The upper part of the human body, or the front or upper part of the body of an animal, typically separated from the rest of the body by a neck, and containing the brain, mouth, and sense organs. Darwin at the Kop End 🤩🔥 pic.twitter.com/BWojhoedKY — Anfield Watch (@AnfieldWatch) November 11, 2024 2. An - [Obvs](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/obvs/) - a short form of obviously I thought it was obvs clear - [Springboks](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/springboks/) - South African National Rugby Team. The Springboks have won the World Cup. The Springboks have become an intimidating prospect for opposition teams to prepare for, according to former Springbok flyhalf and Glasgow Warriors coach Franco Smith.https://t.co/3OkFKWxdlX — News24 Sport (@Sport24news) November 12, 2025 - [Springbok](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/springbok/) - 1. someone who is known for always finding a way of running away from captivity especially prison. Daai man es a springbok they have been looking for him for months. The inspiration for the term is due to the agility of the springbok evading predators or the strength and agility of the rugby players who - [Ystervarkie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ystervarkie/) - 1. A lamington. A sponge cake coated with chocolate sauce and coconut bits. 2. A cocktail shooter consisting of mint liqueur, Amarula and Stroh rum. How do you make most shots better? Add STROH. Try a ystervarkie on the boks today. It’s your standard Springbokki shot with a layer of STROH on top and it’s - [Ayakwini](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ayakwini/) - Questioning someone's actions after it resulted in an undesirable outcome. mara yena ayakwini. - But where was he/she going. Alternative: Yena aya kwini - [Stekkie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stekkie/) - Woman or girlfriend. Alone with no stekkie (@ Siloam Ministries) http://t.co/kxPWsoK6VO — Jeran Scott Naidoo (@jeran_scott) January 26, 2014 - [Spuitpoep](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spuitpoep/) - Diarrhea Curry in a hurry.... Spuitpoep vir weke... pic.twitter.com/lpm7Fazmu6 — Disprin (@DisprinXtra) June 30, 2024 - [Viswyf](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/viswyf/) - A description of a woman who throws a tantrum when things are not going according to her expectations. There's nothing that I hate more than a man that is talkative and lies in the midst of it all. Jy praat soos a viswyf en jy lieg te veel. Vok maan. — Ngilosi (@Intokazi_) March 17, - [Skop, Skiet en Boomklim](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skop-skiet-en-boomklim/) - an action genre movie. Ons kyk nie tv in d week nie. Vanaand sommer 2 skop skiet en boomklim flieks gekyk. — M🇮🇱rins🇮🇱 (@Merinda_E) April 1, 2019 - [Kat Skiet](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kat-skiet/) - to expel food from the stomach through the mouth. 🐾Kietsie wil 'n kat skiet😂 pic.twitter.com/hNBiiYilFG — Esther🐾🇿🇦 (@Estherandpaws) October 9, 2021 - [Snotklap](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/snotklap/) - a hard slap or a hard hit. It is to be hit so hard that the snot comes out of your nose. Some people deserve a snotklap. Ons vervang die woord "snotklap" met "stillknock" want dis wat jy n UFC kampioenklap noem 🖐. Sy naam is #dricusduplessis @dricusduplessis en hy is van Suid-Afrika 🇿🇦🔥 pic.twitter.com/UT7oRtFFaA - [Bazakes](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bazakes/) - bazalwane, which means brethren. It can also be used on a lighter note to mean friends/compatriots. We need to do something about this bazakes. As we prepare for church bazakes, Never go to church with smelly shoes and/or socks, You'd never know when the Spirit leads us to minister in washing feet. 😭😭 — uSiphiwe - [Jelasetsa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jelasetsa/) - to be jealous of someone. Bare jelasetsa. - They are jealous of us. BAO JELASETSA — a guy that does what a guy does (@Kgomotsoo_oo) February 21, 2015 - [Poplap](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/poplap/) - an affectionate way to refer to refer to someone or something dear to you. Goeie môre my poplap. - Good morning my dear. I looove a dmc, my goodness? I can talk for hours with this poplap — Lo (@Juss__Bee) June 26, 2025 - [Obs](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/obs/) - 1. Sedwicks Old Brown Sherry, a popular fortified wine brand. We had obs while fishing to keep warm. 2. Observatory, a suburb in Cape Town. I've recently moved to obs. - [Hak](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/hak/) - to beg or to force/pester someone. We always need to hak this guy to finish his work. Please stop hakking me! Word forms: hakking hakked - [Walala Wasala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/walala-wasala/) - It is a widely used saying meaning that if you sleep on the opportunity you will be left behind or miss out. SALE 🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈#ILAHLILE🎀 Walala Wasala!!!!!!!!#newstockcominghttps://t.co/OAx9gYqDgE 🛒 pic.twitter.com/Dxx0ntV9zz — NamJewelry (@nam_jewelry) July 3, 2022 - [And Then](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/and-then/) - Used when someone is confused or slightly puzzled by something or someone's actions. It is better understood with context of the conversation. And then wena. - And then you. / What is going on with you. Alternative: en nou - [Patje or Patji](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/patje-or-patji/) - pure or hybrid varieties of the plant genus cannabis, which encompasses the species c. sativa , c. indica, and c. ruderalis He is high from smoking patje. Le di patje asanka dia mpetha soh https://t.co/QiWxQzVkBH — bohloko. (@sbaalii) April 1, 2025 - [Kussed](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kussed/) - tired or exhausted. We are not robots, people get kussed man. - [Spanisa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spanisa/) - to use something. Ke sa spanisa daai deng. - I'm still using that thing. batswadi batlao spanisa, yho — t. (@plantsbytk) December 24, 2024 - [Kwatile](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwatile/) - to be angry. Ne ke kwatile. - I was angry. Variations: kwata kwatisa - [Back To Sender](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/back-to-sender/) - What you do to others will come back to you, usually associated with witchcraft. "Bebethi bayangithakhatha ngathi, back to sender!" back to the sender 🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️🤣🤣🤣 — 𝙶𝚛𝚊𝚌𝚎❤︎❤︎❤︎ (@Grace_Rafedile) November 9, 2021 - [Ivili La Jika](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/levili-la-jika/) - an expression used to say what goes around comes around, similar to karma "Don't kick a man when he is down because ivili la jika." - [After School is After School](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/after-school-is-after-school/) - used to declare a fight with someone at school. It is used when someone is angry and wants to fight but the setting and timing doesn't allow them so the fight is postponed until later. "Lindiwe wanted to klaap Kealeboga during class but she said after school is after school." - [Amathe Abuyele kwaSfuba](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/amathe-abuyele-kwasfuba/) - Direct Translation: The spit is back in your chest. 1. Karma. "The enemies are eating humble pie, amathe abuyele kwasfuba." 2. The retraction or wanting to retract. Amathe abuyele kwasfuba! https://t.co/m2UTHtVUJv — Somahhashi🇬🇧🇿🇦 (@chris_wodumo) July 6, 2019 - [Kster](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kster/) - Kimberley, the capital city of the Northern Cape. It can also be used to refer to anyone or anything from Kimberley. Kster for life I'm a proudly from Kimberley...and I Love our Afri-Tswana...That's what makes me a Kster cc @TrevorStuurman — Naledi Kantani (@Naydie_STAR) November 6, 2012 - [Klippies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/klippies/) - Klipdrift, a popular South African brandy. Let's go for the klippies and coke special. Another terrible day in Africa, braai, Klippies, Johnny Clegg, and 4 world cups. #AutumnNationsSeries #ScovsSa pic.twitter.com/SiVg96njQI — Shot bru (@SaffaBru) November 10, 2024 - [Strue or Stru](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/strue-or-stru/) - used to say true or to assure someone that you are telling the truth. It is believed that is is derived from 'struesbob' (as true as bob) which also means the same thing. Absolutely. God doesn't get involved himself in mjolo. Strue — Vongani Baloyi🇿🇦 (@Vongani_B) November 10, 2024 - [Kimberlite](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kimberlite/) - Actual Meaning: a type of volcanic rock that is best known for being the primary source of diamonds a person from Kimberley, the capital city of the Northern Cape. I try speaking SePitori but my Kimberlite accent is really fighting 🤣🤣🤣 it immediately gives it away gore ke Motlhaping. — Mx. Kabelo Nchabeleng (HBIC 🐝🍋🦄) (@mynameiskabelo_) - [Foamies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/foamies/) - The white sea water that foams up close to the see shore. Those who are not great swimmers usually enjoy the foamies. Good Morning Muizenberg! The surf is onshore with some 1ft foamies coming through (perfect for beginners). Tides: High 12:37pm; Low 6:42pm. pic.twitter.com/2ZTOOZZluN — Surf Emporium (@SurfEmporium) April 22, 2017 - [Rooibaard](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rooibaard/) - pure or hybrid varieties of the plant genus cannabis, which encompasses the species c. sativa , c. indica, and c. ruderalis originally from the Kingdom of Eswatini I've got rooibaard grooing in my vegetable garden. - [Fax](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fax/) - to pass stool. Wa fax'a. - You are shitting. @NtateRamphaleng O re pipeline exit ya di fax ke chocolate box? 😭😭😭😭 — Kgosi M. (@SimplyKayGee) February 16, 2022 - [Branna](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/branna/) - Brandy/brandewyn. Lekker branna en cola. - A nice brandy and cola There's only one person we drink brandy on today and it @BryanHabana the legend!!! Gooi n branna op habana! #SSRugby #bryan100 #MrFantastic — Courtney Bam (@CourtneyBam1) September 6, 2014 - [Zwingka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/zwingka/) - to swing. Bana ba zwingka ko parkeng. - The kids are swinging at the park. okare nka zwingka 🧍🏽 — 🎀fubu🎀 (@g0sego1) May 4, 2023 - [Slummies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/slummies/) - East London. I stay in slummies now. Alternative: Slumtown - [Gaatjie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gaatjie/) - A taxi marshal. Ask the Gaatjie for directions Also see: guardjie - [Donti](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/donti/) - Nothing or none. I have donti airtime. Silly me took a nap after work now sleep donti 😕 — Matts 🌹💝 (@Matebello14) January 21, 2020 - [iRuji](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/iruji/) - 1. 50 Rand. Awenze phele iRuji lapho. - Please give me R50 there. Alternative: Pinkies 2. red lipstick. The hair style made things worse and iruji yona (red lipstick) ngathi uphuza itakunyisa. Nandipha yho pic.twitter.com/BiQgM2mcOz — Chippa Chauke (@ThulaniKBK) June 17, 2025 - [Voema](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/voema-or-woema/) - energy and liveliness. I can tell you didn't want to do it because you didn't do it with voema. Alternative: vooma - [Bankie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bankie/) - A money plastic bag which is formally used to store coins. Nowadays it is also widely used to package a wide range of products, like zol. Last I smoked weed it was like R25 a bankie 😂😂y’all niggas are in the R100s now 😳😳 https://t.co/knRfnapFDs — Captain (@Captain_Champu) May 25, 2022 Variation: Banky - [Kotch](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kotch/) - to vomit. It was so full, I wanted to kotch. Alternative: kotz - [Add Hope Huns](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/add-hope-huns/) - A derogatory word used to refer to ladies who believe that the role of their partner is to provide for them. It is a metaphor which compares the ladies to the KFC Add Hope Programme beneficiaries. 'Add Hope' is a KFC programme which takes donations from the public and big business to feed underprivileged children. - [Fakheni or Fakhene](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fakheni-or-fakhene/) - to say fucken/fucking. Woza la wenna fukhene. - come here you fucken. Did we miss something? The number or Fakheni Cars there by Hilton this weekend😭😭🙌🏼— mfundo worldwide (@mfundoworld) November 8, 2025 - [Yislaaik](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/yislaaik/) - Used to express astonishment or annoyance. yislaaik okes, what happened here? Alternative: jislaaik Yislaaikit Yerr - [Slumtown](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/slumtown/) - East London Road trip to slumtown. Alternative: Slummies - [Spook and Diesel](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spook-and-diesel/) - A cane spirit and cola cocktail. 1 spook and diesel for the babalas. - [Squif](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/squif/) - Bland, crooked or shady. I was obsessed with these 3 albums... Year of the Gentleman Because of You In my own Words ❤ He went squif after 2010💔 — Lindokuhle. (@Lmfeka_) September 25, 2018 - [Free For All](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/free-for-all/) - A situation or place with no rules where everyone just do as they please. That country is a free for all. - [Khitile](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kitile/) - have something on one's body as clothing, accessory, or protection. ke khitile watch. - I'm wearing a watch. Eh daaman o khitile Jack Parcel, sa le ke e bona neng daai ding?? — aowa bann? (@Gnextdoor_) May 30, 2013 - [Kwae Kwae](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwae-kwae/) - Heels or High-Heels. "Ke apere boots ya di kwae kwae." "I have wore the boots of a high-heels." Alternative: kwai kwai - [Kwatnes or Kwaatnes](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwatnes-or-kwaatnes/) - Refers to anger. It is derived from the Afrikaans word kwaad, which also means the same thing. The usage of the word in the manner was popularised by a live television interview which went viral, the respondent in the interview said, "I am very much kwatnes/kwaatnes." "I am very much kwatness." - [Kikiki](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kikiki/) - an expression of laughter in writing. These two fight and then kikiki the whole day. - [Kukunas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kukunas/) - Euphemism to refer to women genitalia. All that red wine that you are drinking is going straight to the kukunas, you will be asking for your boyfriend soon. Glycolic acid on you kukunas? Yazi nizobhoma. 😭 https://t.co/TGO1RpzM9X — mamncane (@Kim_Khandashisa) October 29, 2025 - [Nono/Nunu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nono-nunu/) - My love, my bokkie, my dear, skattebol. Good morning my nono. - Good morning my dear. - [Kwiqiqi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwiqiqi/) - All of a sudden. "You've been delivering to my area all along, kwiqiqi today you are no longer servicing my area?" Alternative: Gwiqiqi - [Stswastsena](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stswastsena/) - Penis/male genitalia. "I don't date for sex mara skang tima stswastsena everyday."- I don't date for sex but don't deprive me of the penis everyday. - [Linere](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/linere/) - a scammer, criminal or dodgy person "ke saparo sa malinere se." - "This is dodgy people clothing." Mara Dintle ke le linere #Scandal 😂😂😂 — Thaps View (@realist_thaps) October 10, 2018 - [Sunday Kos](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sunday-kos/) - A formal Sunday lunch is a tradition in a lot of households in South Africa. Sunday kos 😋 pic.twitter.com/XcHAGSzy1q — Zweli M🇿🇦 (@uMzonkonko_) November 10, 2024 see also 7 colours. - [Kitchen Robbery](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kitchen-robbery/) - to make food and eat. Yho ! I didnt slept guys 😭😭😩 woke up kabo 1 watched a movie until 3 , thought maybe sleep would come nope hunger came , did a lil kitchen robbery...when i got back to bed still nothing ... i miss sleep 💔😭 — t.nthabee (@neezylove02) February 6, 2021 - [Kalakoon](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kalakoon/) - a big bird, for example peacock, turkey and more. It is often used as an insult. These kalakoons can't play football. Osalla morago kaore you treat batho like a kalakoon nxxa 🙄 — Kgomotso (@Phly1gk) December 18, 2021 - [Straatvrou](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/straatvrou/) - a person, in particular a woman, who engages in sexual activity for payment. Direct translation: Streetwalker @Modimo07 come here and look at this straatvrou pic.twitter.com/VCmwrigUL6 — ✊🏾 a luta continua ✊🏾 (@BiggiePhats) December 25, 2020 Synonym: straatmeit - [Khofa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/khofa/) - to hit or beat. Khofa number number DJ! - Play or hit that track DJ! Exam e khofile. - The exam beat me. Chiefs ya khofiwa beke le beke. - Chiefs ya gets beat week after week. - [Litaki](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/litaki/) - a loser or a fool ay leli litaki leli. - This one is very stupid. Synonyms: Bari - [Likkie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/likkie/) - something small in size, amount, extent or undermining a person You are not a sangoma but a likkie witch. - [Makhayane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/makhayane/) - the bank, an institution offering financial assistance. Ke sa hlaya makhayane kelo drowa 50thousand ranta. - I am still going to the bank to go withdraw money. - [Dikgesuip](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dikgesuip/) - Mzansi Taal · Dikgesuip drunk to a level of no control. Jy is dikgesuip. - You are drunk. - [i'Wash](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/iwash/) - Mzansi Taal · Iwash an alcoholic beverage. Andiyiseli i'wash - I don't drink alcohol. - [Tinkerbell](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tinkerbell/) - a woman who smokes nyaope or hard drugs. Daai kent o gidla strateng, ke tinkerbell. - She sleeps in the streets because she is a druggie. Also see: Tinker - [Since 19 Voetsek](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/since-19-voetsek/) - Since a long time ago. I haven't been to that place since 19 voetsek. Crissmiss beetles...Turning half asleep South African's into fucking Ninja's since 19 voetsek..... pic.twitter.com/6kJ2vxMo8U— ▓▒░ 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘀 ░▒▓ (@Deano_100proof) November 24, 2024 - [Voetsek](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/voetsek/) - 1. a mildly offensive word to tell someone to go away/piss off. No one says Voetsek better than @GP_MaOrange 😂😂😂😂 yohhhhh sometimes pic.twitter.com/T9PjpwXFU0 — Sfiso Nene (@Stinameister) December 7, 2018 2. Dismissal of a dog that is chasing you. Alternative: fuseg - [Burukudlu](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/burukudlu/) -  Mzansi Taal · Burukudlu It is the sound of something falling. It is used to mention that something or someone has fallen. Burukudlu fase ka disego... - I'm down on the floor with laughter. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂....burukudlu on the floor..m https://t.co/NuoJrxhH39 — Bereka_Mosadi (@remo_poeng) October 27, 2016 - [Bophelo Ke](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bophelo-ke/) - It is a popular phrase used to describe how tough life is. The person using the phrase will say 'bophelo ke', and then continue the sentence with something that they compare the difficulty of life to. Ke bone a tweet e reng "bophelo ke dijo tsa Tito Mboweni" 😭😭😭😭😭 — Mbalenhle (@mbalenhle1005) September 29, 2020 - [Tsek](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tsek/) - short for the word voetsek which is used to tell someone to go away/piss off. Ey auntiza??respectfully tsek #inimbamzanzi pic.twitter.com/eVCHsI0Vwh— Zee's Brownie 🧲 (@SheggzSheggz) October 29, 2025 - [Sgora](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sgora/) - tough guy or big guy. It is often used as a compliment. Sgora in the making. https://t.co/dIS7SAEUIM — #HappilyEverMogale2020💍❤ (@sedi_bear) December 9, 2019 - [Tlakaduma](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tlakaduma/) - girl, lady or woman. Ek en my tlakaduma. - Me and my lady. - [What You Wys](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/what-you-wys/) - 1. What do you say or what are you say? 2. how are you doing? or what's up? Awe, what you wys? - Hi how you doing? - [Return Soldier](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/return-soldier/) - a woman who has gone through divorce. Traditionally, a woman who marries moves in with her partner but after the divorce she moves back home. Nowadays it is often used loosely to also refer to men who have gone through the same ordeal. Being a return soldier asi flopo https://t.co/XoEbXAyx47 — Hon. (@NtateRamphaleng) May 6, - [Maatjie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/maatjie/) - A friend or acquaintance. There’s friendship, there’s sisterhood and then there’s this “maatjie-ship” Ansu and her cheerleader have… I- 🤦🏽‍♀️! #MommyClubVDH #MommyClubVanDieHoofstad pic.twitter.com/xNpIg32rr5 — Rea! (@bbygalrea) May 9, 2025 - [Towa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/towa/) - to leave a place It's swak hier, ka towa. - It's borin here, I'm leaving. Alternative: vaya chawa gate'a - [Chawa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/chawa/) - to leave a place. Es laat, ka chawa neh. - It's late, I'm leaving. Alternative: vaya towa gate'a - [Gate'a](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gatea/) - To leave or to go. ka gate'a my chommie.- I'm leaving my friend. Alternative: vaya towa chawa - [Paola](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/paola/) - A woman who is very attractive. Vuyelwa ke paola, hake so bone botle bo jwalo yooh! - Vuyelwa is attractive, I have not seen beauty like that. - [Lekwete](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lekwete/) - A hit track or a song that is well known and popular, loved by many people and has sold well. I'm back with another lekwete. - I'm back with another hittrack. - [Mamazala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mamazala/) - Mother or refer to a lady that is significantly older than you are. Mamazala is not going to be happy if she sees this mess. - Mother is not going to be happpy when she sees this mess - [Sdumane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sdumane/) - 1. someone who is successful and well esteemed among people. Brayaka wena o sdumane. - Bro you are a top dog. 2. a certain kind of morning slippers from Woolworths. Alternative spelling: Sdomane Kamo Mamelodi Bare Ke Di Sdumane Slippers 🔥😅❤ pic.twitter.com/4AOqZRxSuB — Mathulwe Mlilo Monageng (@Thulwe_Monageng) July 22, 2023 - [Sikinyetsa Slender Mo Pachising](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sikinyetsa-slender-mo-pachising/) - to swipe your bank card. sikinyetsa slender mo pachising re je mnate. - Swipe your bank card so we can have a good time. - [Bakha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bakha/) - to smoke Ke batla go bakha. - I want to smoke. Reka ya 50 re bakhe - Buy a R50 bankie so we can smoke. Word forms: Bakhe (p) Bakhile (p) - [Iron'a](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/irona/) - to swipe your bank card. Daai man o gotse, na iron'a fella mabane. - That guy got paid, he was just swiping yesterday. - [NomaRussia](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nomarussia/) - South African digital media influencers who took a campaign from a from a trafficking system due to oversite. South African influencers don't care shem as long as money is involved they'll do anything 0 moral compass.#nomarussia — Hot Topics Mzansi (@HotTopicsMzansi) August 26, 2025 - [Zutho](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/zutho/) - a language combination of isiZulu and Sesotho. The language combination is mostly spoken in areas around the free state where there is a large isiZulu-Sesotho speaking community. 👌 let brush up on my Zutho and siPedi then. IsiXhosa is already 🎒 — Veggienald (@Veggienald_) July 4, 2025 - [Coloured](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/coloured/) -  Mzansi Taal · Colored a common South African word to refer to a multiracial/mixed race person. I grew up in a coloured community. The fact that they wanted Tyla to apologise for being a South African Coloured woman is so disgusting and xenophobic at it’s core🤣🤣🤣 https://t.co/5zvEcRpLbI pic.twitter.com/PdARzCg1Ms — Xmasixolemange (@Xmasixolemange) August 11, 2025 - [Enkwarini](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/enkwarini/) - a club, lounge, tavern or any place setup for people gather to party. Shlangene enkwarini sidli mali yami😂— ShugaToTheT🫧 (@Shuuuugaaaaah) July 24, 2025 - [Tilili](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tilili/) - A feature phone which does not connect to the internet. Alternatives: Lepopotane Speta mabaka 😭 Bought myself a tilili so I can delete social media. Ondifunayo uzawndifumana ekhaya or kwi call. Dikwe finish — crybaby (@Yonesfak) August 10, 2025 - [Kwena](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwena/) - Any item of the Lacoste clothing brand. Why nkare Kwena ya gao e shabile wrong direction. - Why is does it seem like your Lacoste is fake. Kwena, Krokodil, Ingwenya, Crocodile, Novak, All those words mean one thing...🐊 pic.twitter.com/cI2o85VndI — Lucky Penn (@Hloni661) November 4, 2023 - [Izinza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/izinza/) - body hair or pubic hair. Kuthiwa intshebe yami ngathi izinza zohlanya😂 pic.twitter.com/cm4ViO2r5F — Black Shinobi (@V_VAILENT302) February 18, 2018 - [Bhefta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bhefta/) - a woman's organ used for reproduction or urination. Antonym: Pifta Hi, ndicel ibhefta mna tishala. https://t.co/T88r4YakV5 — Sunday🌖 (@hayin_uAvu) July 1, 2025 - [Pifta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pifta/) - a male organ used for urination or reproduction. Antonym: Bhefta Monwabisi we Pifta yam>>>> https://t.co/IyTN9owCHx — Ta Khanki (@saider_mx) June 24, 2025 - [iToti](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/itoti/) - a tin can container. hamba uyothenga itoti ze Lucky Star. - Go buy a can of Lucky Star. - [Ngqondo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ngqondo/) - Brain, ideas or a way of thinking. Wabona lwena, o ena ga ana ngqondo. - You can see that this person is out of his mind. - [Phuza Face](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/phuza-face/) - the face of and individual which shows signs of wearing down due to heavy alcohol consumption. Kabza, you can drink until you get the most lethal phuza face ever, this album is amazing manpic.twitter.com/kkg6Z5IdpQ — refentse (@refentsek_) July 18, 2025 - [Covidpreneur](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/covidpreneur/) - *the word has both positive or negative connotations depending on the context of it's usage. 1. Someone who made money through corruption during the Covid 19 pandemic through irregular PPE (personal protection contracts.) The SIU has covidpreneurs breathing through the wound. - The SIU is putting pressure on those who participated in corruption during the - [Qwel](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/qwel/) - 1. A language form. 2. it is generally a way of life and doing things. Are you qwelling on the highest level? - Are you winning. / Are you doing well 3. to do something. Are you going to qwel the things. - Are you going to do the things? Word forms: Qwelling Tomorrow we - [Snokonoko](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/snokonoko/) - a current medium of exchange in the form of coins and banknotes Snokonoko se fedile. - Money is finished. Synonyms: Chankura Nyoko Snokonoko….💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻 Le card ya truworth — Prof. Monalisa (@Tammy_thee_Godd) February 27, 2025 - [Oppit](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/oppit/) - continuing firmly or obstinately in an opinion or course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition. Alternative: opit Eskom is so oppit to turn the power off but when it’s time to turn it back on just watch how they drag their feet — iAs'ad (@slickasad) March 17, 2019 - [Spel](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spel/) - The monetary value of 100 Rand. Ke shorta ka 2 spel. - I am short of 200 Rand. Synonym: Klipa/Clipa Nare - [Wengen](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wengen/) - A Woolworths convenience shop within an Engen petrol station forecourt. Have no WEngen near me and I need something sweet 🧍🏾‍♂️ — Tshiamo (@TshiamoItuks) September 5, 2024 - [Msindisi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/msindisi/) - Mercedes Benz, a well known German made automobile brand. Wa bona dikoloing ke rata msindisi ho feta lebava mfanaka. - When it comes to cars i like the Mercedes Benz more than I do the BMW my guy. - [Sphandi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sphandi/) - a person who's always trying to trick people into giving them money. Ska mamela daaiman ke sphandi o tlo qetella omo sendetse zaka osa tsebe jwang. - Don't listen to that guy he is a hustler, he will mistreat you after you send him money. - [Tlep Tlep](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tlep-tlep/) - 1. slides, a type of footwear that are easy to slip on and take off. Ke lemetse di corns ke di safety shoes ke batla ho change ke apare ditleptlep. - I have got corns and calluses on my feet from wearing safty boots, I want to put on slides. 2. Mazda Bantum It go - [Tsasment](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tsasment/) - lotion or cosmestic product specifically designed to hydrate and protect skin. My lips are dry and ha kena tsasment - My lips are dry and I don't have lip-balm. Vick’s is the best tsasment for the lips — CHASM hardbody chickens (@banzikmotaung) April 12, 2022 - [Moya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/moya/) - Something fake that is not genuine. Lacoste eo ke moya why logo ya teng e shebile ko right? - That Lacoste is fake, why is the logo facing to the right? - [Malambane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/malambane/) - to be broke, poor or lacking sufficient money to live at a standard considered comfortable or normal in a society. Ke malambane akase afford tekkie eo, maybe ke mpama. - He is broke he can't afford that sneaker, maybe it's fake. Wavuka malambane. 😂🤣 🔥#MyBrothersKeeper pic.twitter.com/Q6U58N0SVp — Ms.Laka (@katleelaka) July 24, 2024 - [Jumbane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/jumbane/) - 1. anything that is large in size. one would have more context based on the line of the conversation. Eh!, is'jumbane se ngaka. - Wow!, an item so big. 2. A traditional jail weapon made of a lock and a sock. A lock is put inside a sock so it can be swung on enemies. - [Duster](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/duster/) - to complete or terminate something. Ka vele kae duster daai plate ya chicken, neke tshwerwe ke tlala blaend. - I finnished that plate of chicken, i was hungry. - [Paraka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/paraka/) - to hide and keep something out of site. Paraka daai zaka ba skae bona. - Hide that money so they don't see it. - [Daka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/daka/) - 1. a mixture of cement and sand. O tshetse metsi a mangata hao mixa daka, lebota lahao le ka sebe stable. - You mixed a lot of water when when yo made your mortar, your wall won't be stable. 2. duck or hide from something. He threw an uppercut but AJ a daka. Ska daka - [Anonza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/anonza/) - Anonymous, to not be named or identified. Alternative: Anonzo anonza just save your hard-earned money bro, the writing is the wall #askaman — NOLENCE MASHEGO (@NolenceMashego) November 18, 2022 - [Catcha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/catcha/) - to catch feelings for someone. after two dates wa catcha, ba tlao hurda. - After two dates you have already caught feeling, you will get hurt. Ke mang a batlang re kopana this weekend 🤔 rejole fela 1 weekend 😂Ska catcha That's all the requirements pic.twitter.com/rkJdh1TYwE — Tumii Tumza🇿🇦 (@Tu_Tumii) September 7, 2020 - [Kolokoto](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kolokoto/) - solitary confinement, an isolation of a prisoner in a separate cell as punishment. Bao isa kolokoto if ole lepantiti le senang discipline. - They put you in solitatry confinement if you are a criminal with no discipline. - [Ngadla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ngadla/) - a weapon that bullets or shells are fired from. Ho batlahala ngadla ha oya jukulyn, ba ka nka koloi ya hao nako enngwe le enngwe. - You need a gun when you go to that place, they could take your car at anytime. - [Ngwangwa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ngwangwa/) - a large number of something. Ba tlile bale ngwangwa ene ne kele mong, so hono sena niks enka e chuna. - They came in a large group so there was nothing I could do. - [Mahenyahenya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mahenyahenya/) - food that is very pleasing to the senses, especially taste and smell. Thando o tseba pitsa always o pheya mahenyahenya, ha disappoint niks. - Thando knows how to cook, she always makes delicious food. Then ka feta ko Mpho “Food,i Love you” 👌🏾 … le Lona le ke le phomotse short rib maan!! Le tlo - [Fecha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fecha/) - to engage in sexual intercourse which is the physical act of penetration between 2 individuals. O tshwerwe a fecha mosadi wa motho. - He was caught having sex with someone's lady. - [Geita](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/geita/) - to leave or move from one place to another. Geita mfanaka hakesa o batla hierso. - Leave my boy, i don't want you hear anymore. The word was adopted from language spoken in Tanzania. Geita Express ZHONGTONG MEGA Za Choo 🙌🙌🔥🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/sEHOm8Jn6w — TANZANIA BUSES NATION (@BusesNation) July 13, 2025 - [Basement](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/basement/) - a vagina, the alastic, muscular reproductive organ of the female genital tract. O kase nrwake ka basement ya oulady san. - You can't sear at me refering to my mothers privates. - [Skhwakhwalala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skhwakhwalala/) - bad luck or unfortunate state resulting in unfavourable outcomes. Ekare Lebo ona le skhwakhwalala everything ae tshwarang ya senyeha. - It seems like Lebo has bad luck everything she touches breaks. Today I bought a voucher from a different dealer, these are the results... Le makula a re rekang ko teng, ba nale skhwakhwalala 😂😂😂 - [Zola Budd](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/zola-budd/) - The third generation Toyota Hiace minibus taxi. "After so many years Zola Budd is still running to this day" The term was coined because of the similarities between Zola Budd, a world-renowned long distance runner and the taxi which has a lot of mileage and covers many kilometres everyday. - [Malebe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/malebe/) - the labia manora and the labia majora, skin surrounding the vaginal and opening. If you don't have Malebe 🫣 sisi bye 🤣🤣👋MEET&GREET X ASHLEY OGLEASHLEY OGLE X BEAUTIFUL#AshleyOgleWithMaddie #MeetAshleyOgle— Zindzi 🇿🇦 ASHLEY'S HANDS 🥵❤️ (@ZSDlamin) June 27, 2025 - [The Red Berets](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/the-red-berets/) - It is a nickname used to refer to members of the Economic Freedom Fighters. The Red Berets take to the streets in protest. Alternative: MaFighter [WATCH] EFF MP Sihle Lonzi says the Red Berets are vindicated about the sacking of Higher Education and Training Minister, Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane. pic.twitter.com/2lweLHglSH — SABC News (@SABCNews) July - [Diski](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/diski/) - Mzansi Taal · Diski Football/soccer. Kasi Diski has reached a new level of Vibe, even the Ref joins in on the action 😂 pic.twitter.com/HUvKfP5SBM — Lukay (@LukayWaLehipi) July 21, 2025 - [Mabonyoko](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mabonyoko/) - a fictional name coined to refer to anyone who is troublesome. The name was coined by Prince Motlou the founder of RISING STARS GENERATION. I just wanna be stress free like Mabonyoko in this life 😁😁🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/BoSmxiqsFD — Makoti 🇿🇦 (@nomsachingowe) March 25, 2024 - [Uncle Gweezy](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/uncle-gweezy/) - It is a nickname that the public has given to Gwede Mantashe. I hope Uncle Gweezy pays no attention to the barrage of media attacks he has been getting over the past year because of his posture on Energy. It’s intentional and seeks to influence him … https://t.co/IhnhCdnPLk — Esethu Hasane (@lEsethuHasane) November 8, 2021 - [Sphenqe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sphenqe/) - the elastic, muscular reproductive organ of the female genital tract. Most ya cheri tse ba rekisa sphenqe hore ba survive,its tough bro. - A lot of these ladies do sex work to survive. Ke lakatsa Sphenqe pic.twitter.com/x7HB7Uxd3i — Ntate Lenepa (@MR_4SE7EN6) August 2, 2022 - [Shinta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/shinta/) - to not include something or someone. Shinta daaiman hatla le rona heirso. - Leave that guy out, he didn't come with us here. - [Ngoco](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ngoco/) - someone who is stingy and not generous. Boy friend ya hao ke Ngoco a kese o rekele ice tropez. - Your boyfriend is stingy he won't buy you Ice Tropez. - [Ubudada](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ubudada/) - very dull and uninteresting. Authi ena onale le budada mahn, ha buwe o phela a thotse. - This guy is boring he doesn't speak and is always mute. - [BoDrami](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bodrami/) - an offensive word used to refer to a native people of Southern Africa of the Nguni tribe, usually used to refer to isiZulu people. Mara boDrami ba nahana taxi industry ke ya bona fela neh. - Do isiZulu people think the taxi industry is just for them. - [Pointa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pointa/) - to obtain something in exchange for payment. Tsamaya olo pointa 2 beers ko tavern. - Go buy two beers at the tavern. - [Basa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/basa/) - to destroy or damage by burning it. Ke ole a basa transi ya medi ka petrol a nahana medi wa mojolela, so e chele transi. - He burnt his girlfriends car assuming that she is cheating on him. - [9memeza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/9memeza/) - a firearm with a bore diameter of approximately 9millimeters. Daai bra o dangerous o tshwere 9memeza lethekeng ene o tauwe, aka thunya batho. - That guy is dangerous he has a 9 millimeter and he is drunk, he could fire at someone. 9memeza 🔫 pic.twitter.com/FpGJ1z2LcG— Mpho (@Mpho285639011) March 4, 2023 - [Cassette](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/cassette/) - a part of a gun that stores ammunition which has not been fired yet. Cassette ya 9mm parabellum e tshwara 15 bullets. - The ammunition storage for a 9mm Parabellum holds 15 bullets. - [Blasa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/blasa/) - to obtain something in exchange for payment. Ke qeta ho blasa tekkie ya R7000 mfanaka. - I just bought a tekkie for R7 000 my boy. alternative: Blaza - [Mekzela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mekzela-2/) - a person who is mentally ill. Wa mekzela daai man ke ole o tsamaya asa apara. - That guy is mentally ill, he is walking around naked. Kanye wa mekzela. Tjo — Runaway Racdurde (@reituH2O) October 16, 2018 - [Metsi Tee!](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/metsi-tee-2/) - Something that possesses qualities that give great pleasure or satisfaction to see. Yooh Nthabiseng o metsi tee! botle bo bokalo. - Nthabiseng is very attractive, a true beauty. - [Nelly M](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nelly-m/) - A nickname that has been given to the late former president and freedom fighter Nelson Mandela. Nelly M did 27 years for our freedom. Never knew there were such pics of Nelly M, pic.twitter.com/VvUJBfIaEX — Bongz Unchained (@BourerTheFunk) July 10, 2025 - [Guluva](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/guluva/) - A top dog, usually from kasi. Zola 7 top Guluva. - Zola 7 top dog Synonym: Lenyora Gabadiya - [General](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/general/) - It is a widely used word to give respect to someone or call him/her a boss. - [Siep](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/siep/) - a substance used for washing and cleaning. Gaan was jou met siep! - Go wash your mouth with soap. - [Piemp](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/piemp-2/) - to tell on someone/to expose someone. Ek gaan jou piemp. - I am going to tell on you. - [Patrick](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/patrick/) - a persons pants. Pull down your Patrick. - Pull down your pants. - [Banyana Banyana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/banyana-banyana/) - Direct translation: Girls or The Girls The South African Women's National Football Team. Banyana Banyana have qualified for the World Cup. How ⁦@Banyana_Banyana⁩ line up against Ghana 🇬🇭 this evening ⁦⁦@CAFwomen⁩ Africa Cup of ⏰️ 18h00 (SA time) 🏟 Honneur Stadium, Oujda 📺 SABC Sport#LiveTheImpossible @SABC_Sport pic.twitter.com/xg1j1QlPrx — Banyana_Banyana (@Banyana_Banyana) July 7, 2025 - [Proteas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/proteas/) - an official nickname used to refer to both men and women South African National cricket teams. The Proteas are playing against Pakistan. 300 up for Wiaan Mulder! Absolutely incredible! 💯💯💯 A triple century that will go down in the history books 🇿🇦🏏. A masterclass in concentration, technique, and sheer determination from the Proteas skipper 💪🔥. - [The Sheds](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/the-sheds/) - Loadshedding, a temporary and planned electricity blackout which occurs when there is too much pressure on the grid. The sheds are dealing with us again... Eskom bruv — sbudamusic 🎧 (@sbudamusic) May 13, 2025 - [Sleve](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sleve/) - To talk or have a convesation. Ne re ja sleve hela bla waka. - We were just talking. - [Parayiseso](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/parayiseso/) - Sexual intercourse. Ba funa i parayiseso. - They want to have sexual intercourse. JOJO is acting like she doesn't know anything about parayiseso because of ke ngwana Moruti lol #BBMzansi — Mojalefa (@Moja_Pta) March 19, 2025 - [Sloja](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/sloja/) - A neighbourhood in the Free-State, Thaba Nchu area. Hetaw ke tlhaga kha sloja. - I am from the Thaba Nchu area. Sloja ko pela Thaba Nchu https://t.co/yvT8VD8dzr — HUMAN AXSR (@Goitse_Nyokong) October 22, 2020 - [Bafana Base Naturena](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bafana-base-naturena/) - Direct translation: Boys from Naturena Kaizer Chiefs. It was coined because the clubs headquarters is in Naturena. All the best Bafana Base Naturena! 21 January 😂😂 when it rains it pours bafana base Naturena 🤣 pic.twitter.com/te6LpyCjAe — Shaun (@shaun_malinga) January 16, 2023 - [Amakhosi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/amakhosi/) - A nickname that the public has given to Kaizer Chiefs football club. Synonym: Glamour boys TJOVITJO, feed your eyes, winter must fall, Amakhosi for life #24 pic.twitter.com/hmi3AC8EEQ— Dr Saddam Maake (@SaddamMaake) July 1, 2025 - [Bhakaniya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bhakaniya/) - Orlando Pirates football club. "Bhakaniya is playing Amakhosi today." Alternative: Buccaneer - [Indoda Emnyama](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/indoda-emnyama/) - Mzansi Taal · Indoda Emnyama Direct translation: The black men It refers to Orlando Pirates Football Club. "FT:Sundowns 0 Pirates 0. Shot on target Downs 5 Pirates 0 jesus yenzan indoda emnyama" - "Sundowns 0h! Pirates 0h!. Shot on target Downs 5 Pirates 0h! my God what is Orlando Pirates doing?" . #shelaz — Shelas - [Legalanti](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/legalanti/) - fuel for a motor vehicle, either petrol or diesel. Tlatsa ka klipa re tsele legalanti. - Put R 100 on what we have so we can pour petrol. Synomym: Gazol Umgavo Le Arab - [Le Arab](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/le-arab/) - Mzansi Taal · Le Arab Petrol or diesel. It is believed that this word got coined because the Middle East is known to be rich with oil. Ka jika nou, ko tshela le arab. - I'll be back now i'm going to pour fuel. Also see: Gazol - [Gazol](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gazol/) - Mzansi Taal · Gazol Fuel, usually petrol or diesel. I hear gazol is going up tomorrow. Alternative: Le Arab Umgavo - [Rugga](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/rugga/) - Rugby. I got injured at rugga. 🦁 "I was supposed to be in the Kruger National Park this weekend but there are no more Lions left thanks to @mornesteyn." It's good to have fans back at the rugga 😂 pic.twitter.com/kv0IrYwUAq — SuperSport 🏆 (@SuperSportTV) January 21, 2022 - [Pitori E Phala South Africa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pitori-e-phala-south-africa/) - Direct Translation: Pretoria is better than South Africa. It is a phrase used by many to say that there is no better place in the country that Pretoria. Pitori e phala South Africa. ❤️ 😂❤️🤣❤️😂 Leave us be. Re sharp. ❤️🤌🏾 https://t.co/fPSi9HPM3q — Selah❤️🙏🏾 P. S. #FREEPALESTINE🇵🇸❤️ (@UThandoKayise) April 23, 2024 - [Southies](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/southies/) - people from South Africa/South Africans. Southies enjoy amapiano. These Nigerian artistes be sampling everywhere and almost all of them do it . E no start today . The only original creatives in Africa are the Ghanaians and Southies 🤭 — 𝚂𝚞𝚜𝚞𝚋𝚒𝚛𝚒𝚋𝚒 ⚓️ (@isotammi) June 16, 2025 - [South Ah](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/south-ah/) - South Africa Anything is possible in South Ah. — Deep House Freak (@DeepHouseFrea) June 30, 2025 - [Saffa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/saffa/) - South Africa or South African. Word forms: Saffer Saffas (plural) Synonyms: South Ah Mzansi Saffas on fire 🔥 at the Portugal Masters, all desperate to shoot low and get a late tee time 2mrw so they can watch the @Springboks 😁🇿🇦... #RWCSemiFinal #RWC2019 @BrandonMStone @BurmyGolf @gcoetzeegolf @jwaltersgolf pic.twitter.com/L1gSoV221F — Chris Bentley 🇿🇦 (@CJBents) October - [Matsatsantsa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/matsatsantsa/) - 1. Trendsetters. The OG Matsatsantsa, Trompies, TKZee and Alaska. 2. Supersport FC Matsatsantsa take on Bafana Ba Style on Saturday. - Supersport FC take on Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday. Gauteng Development League Sunday 📺 I'm in commentary ngesiZulu 🙌 📍:Kaizer Chiefs Village It's Kaizer Chiefs vs Supersport United. U:14 to U:19 Matsatsantsa are looking to - [Mswenko Boys](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mswenko-boys/) - a nickname the public has given to Orbit College Football Club. The Mswenko Boys will be playing first flight football next season. ⚽️ ℙ𝕊𝕃 ℙℝ𝕆𝕄𝕆𝕋𝕀𝕆ℕ ℙ𝕃𝔸𝕐𝕆𝔽𝔽𝕊 ⚽️ Mswenko Boys are promoted to the #BetwayPrem! 𝐎𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 1⃣➖0⃣ 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 🚨 LIVE 📺 SABC 2 📱 https://t.co/26PdrPrnVE#SABCSportFootball #PSLPromotionPlayOffs pic.twitter.com/g6jsLzmh25 — SABC Sport (@SABC_Sport) June 25, - [Makasana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/makasana/) - one's neighborhood and areas close to home. Up ngekasi lamakasi makasana #VaalTwitter pic.twitter.com/6ADykYr3GQ — Amelie (@sosobala_mnguni) May 4, 2020 - [Guardian Angel](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/guardian-angel/) - a taxi guard or marshal. Hy's 'n guardian angel oppie taxalia. - He's a taxi guard. - [Geite](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/geite/) - a person's possessions. Vat al julle geite. - Take all your things. - [Geclutch](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/geclutch/) - to be married. Hy is geclutch. - He is married. - [Fast And The Furious](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fast-and-the-furious/) - to be quick or in a hurry. Ek was mos nou fast and the furious. - I was really quick now. - [Fanta Haircut](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fanta-haircut/) - a haircut with holes in it, when the barber didn't do a good job. He came home with a fanta haircut. - [Eksie Perfeksie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/eksie-perfeksie/) - someone who does things perfectly. Kyk weer vir Eksie perfeksie! - Checkout Mr/Mrs perfectionist. “Mnr. Eksie-Perfeksie” nogal…Haha! Ek sê vir julle baie dankie vir die mooi artikel in die jongste uitgawe van TV Plus. ( @tvplus ) 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/i8bf3iDpiR — Percivale Young (@Percyoung) June 27, 2022 - [Dry Decoration](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dry-decoration/) - 1. hair which lacks moisture. 2. a terrible hairstyle. Look at that woman's dry decoration. - Look at this woman's dry hairstyle. - [Donnie Mc Clurkin](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/donnie-mc-clurkin/) - 1. the colour black. Dai bag is very Donnie Mc Clurkin. - That bag is very dark. 2. something dark (a) Dit is Donnie Mc Clurkin vanaand. - It is very dark this evening. - [Dodge Pram](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dodge-pram/) - a get away vehicle. To organise hy n dodge pram. - To organise a get away vehicle. - [Die Ding Gan Ruk!](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/die-ding-gan-ruk/) - Things are going down/ something is about to happen. Bly hier, die ding gan ruk! - Stay here, something is about to happen! - [Danjie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/danjie/) - to dance. Ons het heel aand ge danjie. - We were dancing. synonym: Jive - [Cola](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/cola/) - to be cold. Ek voel so cola. - I feel so cold. - [Chetta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/chetta/) - Cheap or affordable. Die dora is baie chetta. - The drinks are cheap. - [Brumeldas](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/brumeldas/) - spectacles/eyeglasses. Jy't mooi brumeldas aan. - you have nice glasses on. - [Boris Becker](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/boris-becker/) - to be bored. Ek is te Boris Becker by die huis. - I am too bored at home. - [Bezita](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bezita/) - to be occupied and busy. Sy is bezita om te wandie. - She is busy working. - [Bella Bash](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bella-bash/) - a cellphone/mobile phone. Hy gayle op sy bella bash. - He's speaking on the cellphone. - [Bekak](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bekak/) - to defecate on oneself. Moenie jouself bekak nie! - Don't defecate on yourself. 1 ... 2 ... 3 .... Bekak myself! pic.twitter.com/o5mL57pn5D — Klemma (@Klemma_r) March 24, 2025 - [Ballgown](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ballgown/) - nightgown, a loosely hanging item of nightwear which is commonly worn by ladies. Jy ramp in jou ballgown. - you're walking in your nightgown. - [Backstage](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/backstage/) - behind something. Koeloe gou backstage. - Look behind you. - [Afkop Hoender](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/afkop-hoender/) - Direct translation: head off chicken (decapitated chicken.) 1. almost bald. 2. a lady with little to no hair Hy't met n afkop vrou getrou. - You married a lady with no hair. 3. Dry and messy hair. My afkop hoender cousin told me to cut my hair lol. - My messy hair cousin told me - [Af Biene](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/af-biene/) - to be broke and have no money. My bru, ek is af biene. - My brother, I am broke. - [Tlhaba Band](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tlhaba-band/) - to be load and irritating. Person 1: Ya, ke le boditse gore ro leja vandag! - Yea, I told you that we are going to beat you today! Person 2: Sharpo byanong why o tlhaba band? - Fine, but now why do you have to make a noise about it? - [Dinonoane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dinonoane/) - something deceitful or not factually true. Ah mo ong chaila dinonoane bra yaka. - Here you are lying to me my brother. Wa bona? More than 10 ya Redi ke dinonoane fela. pic.twitter.com/D7VbmVsd4x— Seshego Sa MajaTladi (@SeshegoR) May 18, 2021 - [Wela Stuf](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wela-stuf/) - to approach or address someone in a disrespectful manner or too rushed. Osang wela stuf. - Don't approach me in that fashion. That simple. ‘skang wela stuf https://t.co/myKKDCc7Vi — Cocoa Butter Choc (@lizsibisi) April 4, 2018 - [Fraeza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/fraeza/) - Mzansi Taal · Fraeza to ask someone for something. Kao fraeza my bra. - I am begging you my man. Alternative: Fraiza Vraiza https://twitter.com/I_AM_LIPO/status/1139468172141240325 - [Mokotjo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mokotjo/) - opportunistic behavior in people. Ngwano ke mokotjo bra waka, etswa daar. - That girl is opportunistic, don't go there. - [Mahlalela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mahlalela/) - one who is unemployed and is not in school. Being a mahlalela. 😩 pic.twitter.com/g2CrSjplXj — DRIP SPORTIF (@dripsportif) January 18, 2022 - [Nozala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nozala/) - a mother or motherly figure. Yoh, Zimkhitha athi ko Nozala ! Wawu #GqeberhaTheEmpire pic.twitter.com/0ydrLosaDc — Sonny Jermain 🏳️‍🌈 (@SonnyJermain) June 10, 2023 - [Amabherethe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/amabherethe/) - 1. Refers to The South African Tactical Response Team. Amabherethe have been deployed because of the recent spike of tavern shootings. 2. EFF members Maberete will be marching to the Union Building in protest. Alternative: Amaberete Mabherethe Maberete - [Thsuf](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/thsuf/) - tik or crystal meth. Engwe ashi, e fetsa bana ba rona ba re ke thsuf. - Here is a drug that is ending our kids future, they call it tik. Thsuf yase Mthatha has special ingredients sozuve 😂😂😂 — Heavenly Sent (@sandeisipho) January 11, 2023 - [Bizolo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bizolo/) - to pull an angry face. Tyma gao o phela a bethile bizolo jo? - Sir why are you always pulling an angry face? Bathong, why is Ezra so serious 🤣🤣Yhooo his nose is even big from bizolo #BBMzansiumlilo pic.twitter.com/yENhgNDW0o — Kayle (@KelebogileKhum9) January 27, 2025 - [Makgorogondlo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/makgorogondlo/) - disorderly or a mess. Di dreads tsa gae di no ba makgorogondlo. - He/Her dreads are messy. Nna ke rata Mohato 🤣🤣 o bolela makgorogondlo fela @Teabagg rea leboga anker. #GomoraMzanzi — Letlotlo Mosenye (@chubbydollie) October 8, 2020 - [Killana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/killana/) - To make foolish mistakes. Mfana o la wa killana, ha bone gore daai kent wa mo vrostana. - That boy is blundering, he doesn't see that girl like him. Alternative: Kilana - [Diva](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/diva/) - to gain muscle or to be strong. Gyma o tla diva. - Gym you will become strong. Word forms: Divile (p) Mmuso oa Lesotho o Divile guys🫡🫡🫡 pic.twitter.com/aj3x4flAQA — Sir Waka (@mpotso_ls) May 16, 2023 - [Le Laishara](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/le-laishara/) - a person who has or gets a lot of money. Banyana ba today ba batla ma laishara. - Girls today want guys who get a lot of money. O le laishara 🔥 — Kurt Cobaiiin (@itumelengboogey) June 2, 2020 - [Vringdlela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/vringdlela/) - To push through and to never give up. Re magudzumel ra vringdlela. - We are hustlers we power through. - [A Di Thulane](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/a-di-thulane/) - when things do not get along. Ke metsi le oli a di thulane. - It's like water and oil, they don't get along. A di thulane at all shem 😭😭😭 #BETQueendom — BAGENCIALA (@EuSou_Gali) May 30, 2024 - [Wa Ntshwara](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wa-ntshwara/) - Do you understand? Wa ntshwara brak 😭😭😭 — Pedi-Boy-from-Limpopo(Gravity_de_boi_Rsa)🇿🇦🇷🇺 (@Tshepixo__21) June 5, 2025 - [Washen](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/washen-or-washeni/) - 1. laundry. O nale washeni? - Do you have laundry? 2. clothing S'ka ntshwara ka di washen! - Don't man handle me! - [Thaega](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/thaega/) - 10 Rand. O mphile thaege mara price ke sikisti ranta. - You gave me R10 put the price is R60. - [Lemea](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lemea/) - 1 Rand. Chenchi e shorta ka lemea. - My change is 1 Rand short. - [Spoja](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/spoja/) - 1. 2 Rand. Fraiza spoja. - May I please have 2 Rand. 2. a cigarette. Spark'a spoja mo. - Spark a cigarette there. Synonym: Bois/Boys - [Ova](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ova/) - to speak/talk and convey information verbally. I'll confirm after ke ova le daai man. - I will confirm after speaking to that guy. - [Touchline](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/touchline/) - a lie or omitting the truth. Sa dumela bari ela e go beye mo touchline. - Do'nt take tht fool seriously, he is lying to you. - [Foolash](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/foolash/) - a cigarette. Chuma foolash motho a fodise tlhogo. - Light a cigarette so I can ease my head. - [Papatla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/papatla/) - to hit or beat someone. Sa tella o mo wrong, ba tlao papatla rao tshega. - Don't disrespect the wrong person because you will get beat and we will all laugh at you. - [University of Jarateng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/university-of-jarateng/) - 1. to be unemployed. 2. when one is not enrolled in a higher education program. Alternative: UJ University of Jarateng Ke period yao patlama pic.twitter.com/Kuy7VuOlsq — Kabelo ʚĭɞ (@Kabelo_Mashigo_) January 14, 2022 - [Vomboloka](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/vomboloka/) - to appear suddenly. Alternative: Vumboloka Vumboka @80Jozi lol go nale mense bang kenyang ba vomboloka nje n praat kak — Kabelo Matsoso (@kabelo_DAVE) August 26, 2012 - [Stena/Stina](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stena/) - 1. taking someone's girlfriend or boyfriend. Ba mo shapile ka stena. - They took his girlfriend/boyfriend. 2. a thousand Rand. 5 stena. - 5 thousand. 3. a taxi driver with change and other things - [Ta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ta/) - father or a respectful way to refer to an older man. Ngiyabonga ta. - Thank you father. Alternative: Timer/Tima Topi - [Tiep](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tiep/) - 1. to say sleep. I need to tiep soon. Alternative: Tipa, Tiepa 2. a landfill to dump rubbish. Take and dump the rubbish at die tiep. - [Gorilla](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/gorilla/) - one thousand Rand (R1 000) You can't buy bathu ya 5 gorilla o tsamaya ka 2 series. - You can't buy a R5 000 shoe when you don't own a vehicle. alternative: Goree - [Private School](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/private-school/) - Used to emphasise the the good quality of something. Amagwinya that went to private school pic.twitter.com/aIUgVHXTTK — Minister of retweets(reposts)🔄 (@Buhlenomuhle) May 23, 2025 - [Cobrizi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/cobrizi/) - A nickname that the public has given to to the late Presley Chweneyagae because of a character he played on The River, a popular sitcom. As Cobrizi would say we must now bev and have. Alternative: Cobra Cobrizi really entertained us on our small and big screens, may he rest in peace 🕊️😭#RIPPresleyChweneyagae pic.twitter.com/kBT3ktN2Od — - [Lekhaza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lekhaza/) - a cold breeze or cold weather. Fana tswalla le window, nna ke betha ke lekhaza. - My boy plese close the window, the cold breeze is too much for me. Yoh… lekhaza 😭😭Lo moya is so dangerous— Mandisa Mabena (@mandisa_mabena) May 21, 2025 - [Ratharatha](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ratharatha/) - 1. to speak endlessly without making any sense. 2. to annoying one by talking too much. Eish, motho shu o wa ratharatha ene ke betha ke nako. - This person is rambling and I am late. Wene wa ratharatha maan 😭 — Problematic Marshmallow (@iamsheofbapedi) September 26, 2023 - [Nomokhwe](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nomokhwe/) - 1. a promiscuous woman. I hope lo nomokhwe doesn’t set foot in my house. Nomokhwe wendoda — Ndingacinga Ntoni? (@AsithandeKK) August 13, 2024 - [Chesta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/chesta/) - to walk with a bounce to your step or in a unique style. Bona cleva ela e chesta monate byang. - Look how nice that guy's walk is. - [Mashonisa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mashonisa/) - a loan shark. "2days Left woza Payday" Mashonisa watching your WhatsApp status : pic.twitter.com/XN2CYmJPHs — 🔥Șøń Öf Ďřagoň🔥 (@LuuTeeMoiloa) January 22, 2025 - [Haaks](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/haaks/) - to go or let's go. Haaks Magudzumela! Rena bafana ba nkani, bafana ba strata!🏃🏽 pic.twitter.com/HTqY8Z6DVJ — Kefentse Mkhari (@KI_Mkhari) August 24, 2024 - [Magudzumela](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/magudzumela/) - Hustlers Bread winners whether employed or unemployed. Are you ready for your blessings? Are you ready for your miracle? A ro lwelang bo magudzumela. pic.twitter.com/4alJoYLTPl — Mafie (@lesofthelight) October 14, 2024 - [Nyatra](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/nyatra/) - Carvela Mens Moccasin. Pulled that Nyatra today😪 pic.twitter.com/dJowKncGXQ — optimistic man (@_Misandaa) March 13, 2023 - [Pokorola](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/pokorola/) - to physically attack someone. Ke tla go pokorola mfana. - I will beat you boy. Ktlao pokorola .🤣 pic.twitter.com/wJ0ZBMR96J— mbulelo .🎃 (@stugathi) April 22, 2025 - [Versin](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/versin/) - to be crazy or mentally instable. Is ek check, dai authi is versin maan. - That guy is out of his mind. - [Dizzy](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dizzy/) - Its not making sense/ to be confused. Daai man o dizzy don't listen to him. - [Juju](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/juju/) - a general nickname given to a person named Julius. Did you see Juju's video at the White House? We will never hear the end of it from Juju people that he is in the Oval Office aswell. pic.twitter.com/7ui48iCFOx — Malusi Booi (@MalusiBooi) May 21, 2025 - [Bucca Juju](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bucca-juju/) - Mzansi Taal · Bucca Juju a nickname given to Orlando Pirates FC. Bucca Juju for life. Alternative: Bucca Bucca Mabhakaniya - [Zwake](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/zwake/) - 1. come here Zwake ong chaile gore dintshang mfanaka. - Come here and tell me what is going on my boy. 2. are they here? Ek se, ba zwake batho bale? - Have those people arrived? - [Mawaza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mawaza/) - 1. A mess up Ne a apere mawaza. - He was dressed badly. 2. Something commendable and extraordinary, for example to cause havoc. Dy boy o blaen, o era mawaza. - That boy is good he is doing extraordinary things. Synonym: Manyikinyoso - [Wrong Turn](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/wrong-turn/) - a criminal or criminal group. Ihlala ama Wrong turn pic.twitter.com/7uOiiI7l0r — Ntriza Forbes (@NtrizaForbes) May 15, 2025 - [Touch](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/touch/) - a general nickname for people named Thabo. Sho Thibo Touch. - Hi Thabo. - [Mfana Touchline](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/mfana-touchline/) - 1. someone who is streetwise always makes a plan. 2. a very likable and popular person. Okase mo kgone ke mfana touchline. - You won't be able to handle them they are the popular group. Word forms: Bafana ba touchline (p) - [Drag](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/drag/) - 1. what someone is wearing/ Clothing /outfit. She looks stunna in her drag. - She looks stuning in her outfit. 2. to inform the police on someone's criminal activity. Sa vaya le dai boy, o tlo o dragger wa jika kgole. - Don't go with that guy he will turn on you and you - [Dezi](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dezi/) - December. 31 dezi ne se khakhata laas ko Papi. - The 31st of December was fun at Papi. - [Tonya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/tonya/) - To be frozen with shock or fear. Ke otlwile lebati le bula ka tonya same time. - I heard the door open froze same time. - [Amajita](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/amajita/) - 1. A group of guys. I'm playing 5 a side with majita. 2. A nickname given to the under-20 national South African football team. Amajita are COSAFA under-20 champions yet again. Alternatives: Majita Majimbos - [No DNA Just RSA](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/no-dna-just-rsa/) - a patriotic phrase used to express how proud one is to be South African. It is often used when there is breaking news of South Africans achieving great things. 🇿🇦🇿🇦 AFRICAN CHAMPIONS 🇿🇦🇿🇦 Congratulations to Amajita, the #AFCONU20 Champions. No DNA, Just RSA 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/n2ivxtBJQm — Official PSL (@OfficialPSL) May 18, 2025 - [Choef or Choof](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/choef-or-choof/) - a vape or e-cigarette devices. You finished my choof. all forms of smoke. vape/choof, hubble bubble, ciggs, putch/joints/blunts etc. sibadala https://t.co/DtMchDt9HN — Billy Bargo (@bokbeats) May 7, 2025 - [Lekompo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lekompo/) - 1. a popular genre of music originating from Limpopo. Some of the popolar Lekompo artists are Makhadzi, Shandesh and more. 2. a person from the the township. 3. a ghetto person. Wordform: - Makompo (plural) I knew gore Ke lekompo when they played koko naja at vanity and I climbed the sofas 🤦🏾‍♂️ — S.W.A.T.S🍾🥂 - [Kaffir Klap](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kaffir-klap/) - a ferocious slap across the face. It was coined kaffir klap because it is how some second class citizens would be slapped in the apartheid era. Kaffir klap ya Shaka keya apartheid yong #TheQueenMzansi pic.twitter.com/ru7r8RQs3P — Kaboyellow/Gunner_fanatic👆🏾 (@DatDude_Gwetse) November 20, 2018 - [Ugzy](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ugzy/) - Skew or crocket. Why o ntebeletsi ka le ugzy. - Why are you looking at me skew/improper. - [Off-Ramp](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/off-ramp/) - to tell someone that they are losing the plot or saying something that is unacceptable. Wa off-rampa. - You are losing the the plot. - [Shiyana](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/shiyana/) - to run. O shiyana le bo Bolt o mo tlhokomele. - He runs with the likes of Usain Bolt. Shiyana Mabelo, EVERYDAY 🏃🏿‍♂️💨 pic.twitter.com/u4fOKQXqdj— Thokozani Sibanyoni (@Smashis_Clay) September 6, 2024 - [Skepa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/skepa/) - Sexual intercourse. Alternative: Skepile (p) Skepiwa Now i at home drinking tea , kaosane tlabe bare hontshiwa di 200 tsadi baby shower 😒 motho a skepile ale one pic.twitter.com/BgmCo9Slu9 — Ben 10™️ (@Samayo__) October 6, 2020 - [Kraga](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kraga/) - strength or power. I'm watching Uyang'thanda Na it dawns on me gore this guy o nale kraga ya go ya to the show but gwababa galore @KgosiKevin pic.twitter.com/wySPG2K2C9 — Mshimane (@LEBZ_) April 23, 2017 - [Kwakwala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwakwala/) - to laugh out loud. Gape ao tlo kwakwala rofo ba bolela ka nna. - Why are you laughing so hard when they are talking about me? - [Kwakwa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/kwakwa/) - Barcadi, a genre of house music. Shapa kwakwa. - Play Barcadi music. synonym: Barcadi Sghubu sa pitori - [Ntja Game](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ntja-game/) - 1. the top dog, a person who is really good at something. 2. a hustler. Banyonong Mochene ke ntja game. - Mochene is the best of the best or a hustler. O ntja ya game mos pic.twitter.com/TEf8oiARd1 — Ke nna Chelete (@Etsa_GP) May 19, 2021 - [Ya Le Setla Pelo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/ya-le-setla-pelo/) - The very best it could be or top of the range. Daai tima o pusha Benz ya le setla pelo. - That tima drive the top of the range Mercedes Benz. - [Schaya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/schaya/) - to leave a place. Nna ke lapile ka schaya. - I am tired so I'm leaving. Alternative: S'tshaya - [S'tshaya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stshaya/) - To leave. Ka s'tshaya. - I'm leaving. Alternative: Schaya - [O Ja Santa](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/o-ja-santa/) - to be unemployed. Motho o ja santa mo gae mo. - I am unemployed here at home. - [Away](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/away/) - let's go. Ntanga away, nna ke shapo ka di pleke. - My guy, let's go I don't like this place. - [Lenziri](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/lenziri/) - a sweet. Plural: Manzeri 😂😂😂😂😂 emanyana jou...akkr to le rekela lenziri marr — Thando (@keathando) August 6, 2020 - [Bleiza](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/bleiza/) - 1. to sit down or find a place to sit/hangout. Ro bleiza waar vandag? - Where are we hanging out today? 2. a place where one stays. So nego nale ane oldtyma na bleiza kamo makzen le dincosi tsa gae opa 5 mara bale groot wa ntshwara?? So dae madala a thomo sika sika ke - [Macala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/macala/) - 1. Trouble or a challenge Synonym: Mawaza I left Midrand because of this and now it's happening again. Yah no, kunyiwa macala. https://t.co/uYDFXlN7rK pic.twitter.com/1nc8Jk62ZA — King Bhambatha ✊🏿 (@AubreyEsco) April 4, 2025 - [Achuz Macala](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/achuz-macala/) - 1. a close friend that you have had for years. Byanong o ena ke achuz macala, o mo tle pila. - This my close friend don't disrespect him. 2. a partner in crime. Synonym: Beste Bomba Kush enye isound ziyawa kumnandi kukhuphuk' idust kanti ngubani ungathuki san ngihamba nezam O achuz macala #VurVai pic.twitter.com/Ogo2cnqRop — - [Stofo](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/stofo/) - pornography. Ba ke bafana ba stofo, that’s hoekom bagana ka di bellas. - These boys have pornogaphy on thier phones, that's why the they don't want anyone to touch their devices. - [Dilo Mbaoleng](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dilo-mbaoleng/) - Things are going well or according to plan. I got a job, dilo mbaoleng. Synonym: Dilo Stofong - [Dilo Glat](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/dilo-glat/) - An expression used to say things are going smoothly. Dilo di chenchitse, dilo glat. - Things have changed, things are smooth. Synonym: Dilo stofong Dilo di nametse Run X Dia runner Dilo mbaoleng Dilo di chenchitse - [Toppie](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/toppie/) - 1. father. 2. a man that is significantly older than you are. My toppie is kwaad. - My dad is angry. Alternative: Topi Letopi - [Giya/Jiya or Jeeya/Geeya](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/giya-jiya-or-jeeya-geeya/) - To tell a lie. Wa jeeya o, o sa ya ka ena. - He/She is lying, don't go with what they say. Wa giya wena... — Threepeat Champion 🥳🏆🏆🏆☠️🏴‍☠️ (@KholoM_) June 3, 2019 - [Le Juta](https://www.mzansitaal.co.za/terms/le-juta/) - A stingy person/a frugal person. Mxm, o kase je selo, ke le juta dai groetman - You won't get anything from that guy because he is stingy.