Word of the Day [04 Sep 2026]

Mageza

Short for Magezel'empompeni, is a derogatory name used to refer to a taxi driver. The word directly translates to "the one who baths from a tap". The name originates from that stereotype that taxi drivers have a long distance relationship with water.

Abo mageza from Jozi are so rude and funny at the same time.

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Sgaqagaqa

Is a South African term for a tough guy or sgora.

I see you go to the gym now Sgaqagaqa

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Pozi

The word referring to a "Place", could be a Home, special venue or any place.

We will meet at my Pozi..We will meet at my house.

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polyandry

polyandry is a form of polygamy in which a woman takes two or more husbands at the same time.

South African women are excited about polyandry but they can't even keep one man.

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ZAR

The South African currency, also known as Rand or just an "R".

I need ZAR 50 million right now.

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Vrr phaa

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

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

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Thsuf

Thsuf is another South African street name for crystal meth or tik.

They smoke thsuf and do iwalk ye phara.

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Munchies

Another word for food (used commonly by stoners)

....hey bro...after that "session" I'm definitely feeling the munchies.

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Okakumbu

Okakumbu is a Bitch in oshiwambo

kelly okakumbu (kelly is a bitch)

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Amasi

A Xhosa and Zulu term for thick curdled milk, also known as maas; similar to yoghurt. A traditional drink, amasi is now produced commercially.

Xhosa people would choose amasi over meat.

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Khartoum

Sudan's confluence city where the Blue and White Niles meet.

Khartoum's National Museum displays ancient Nubian artifacts.

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