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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Ungenaphi?

An African proverb (apparently), is taken from Xhosa and directly translate to "where do you enter?". It means how is that/this any of your concern?

Guy: I don't like the fact that you smoke.
Girl: Ungenaphi?

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Izinyanya

Izinyanya is a Xhosa term for ancestors.

Ndiyabulela kuni zinyanya.

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Ikhankatha

A Xhosa name for a traditional nurse that takes care of an initiate (umkhwetha) during initiation (circumcision).

Ikhankatha plays a major role during initiation.

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Aahn ei

“Aahn ei” is used in a sarcastic or satirical context. When a person passes a statement that in one’s opinion is unnecessary or unintelligent, one can reply with “aahn ei”.

“I don’t like women who work hard and make their own money. A woman belongs in the kitchen.”

“Aahn ei.”

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