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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Amabhokobhoko

Amabhokobhoko is the name used to refer to the South African men's rugby team (Springboks).

I won't be available this weekend, I will be watching Amabhokobhoko.

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Gugs

Gugs is a shortened term that referes to the township of Gugulethu in Cape Town.

Ndiphuma eGugs

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Ben 10

In South Africa, Ben 10 has nothing to do with cartoons. It rather refers to a young male who is dating an older female.

I was once a Ben 10 and she used to give me money for alcohol every weekend.

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Chillax

A South African slang term to calm down or relax.

I will be chillaxing by the beach all day today.

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jiki jiki

Suddenly/quickly and unexpectedly.

jiki jiki, a gusheshe came hurtling round the corner.

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ANC

The African National Congress, known as the ANC is a South African political party that is currently in power.

I would rather die than to vote for the ANC thieves.

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Uyanya

Used to describe someone whose talking shit.

Uyanya iselwe nguwe la drink

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Tman or kingsley

A person that robs other people cash.

I will never make an equal share i will tman or kingsley anyone because i have a family to feed.

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Teko Modise

The best soccer player South Africa has ever produced.

Teko Modise played for Orlando Pirates.

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Swi

Swi is a Zimbabwean slang term for Alright/Fine.

The poem you wrote ibinguswi

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