What does Askies mean?

Tšoarelo / Ntšoarele (Sorry / Forgive me) For example: "Askies ka taba eo! (Sorry about that!)"

Where does the slang word Askies come from?

Askies is a slang term from Lesotho. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Lesotho and across Africa.

Askies

🇱🇸 Lesotho Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Tšoarelo / Ntšoarele (Sorry / Forgive me)

"Askies ka taba eo! (Sorry about that!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇱🇸 Lesotho
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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Askies 🇿🇦 South Africa

An Afrikaans-derived way to say "sorry" or "excuse me." It's a casual apology, often used after bumping into someone or making a small mistake. Similar to "oops, sorry" in tone.

"Askies, I didn't see your foot there! Are you okay? I didn't mean to bump into you, the café is just so crowded today."

Askies 🇸🇿 Eswatini

Ngiyacolisa / Uxolo (I'm sorry / Excuse me)

"Askies bhuti, angikuqondile (Sorry bro, I didn't mean to)"

🇱🇸 About Lesotho Slang

Lesotho slang captures the everyday language, street expressions, and cultural vocabulary of its people.

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🌍 "Askies" Across Africa

This word is also used in 2 other countries, sometimes with a different meaning.

Askies 🇿🇦 South Africa

An Afrikaans-derived way to say "sorry" or "excuse me." It's a casual apology, often used after bumping into someone or making a small mistake. Simila…

Askies 🇸🇿 Eswatini

Ngiyacolisa / Uxolo (I'm sorry / Excuse me)