Askies definition 1
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 definition 2
Ngiyacolisa / Uxolo (I'm sorry / Excuse me)
"Askies bhuti, angikuqondile (Sorry bro, I didn't mean to)"
Askies definition 3
Uxolo (Sorry)
"Askies bhuti, angikubonanga (Sorry brother, I didn't see you)"
Askies definition 4
Tšoarelo / Ntšoarele (Sorry / Forgive me)
"Askies ka taba eo! (Sorry about that!)"
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- 🇿🇦 South Africa
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- August 2025
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South African slang, from Cape Town to Johannesburg, mixes Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, Sotho, and English into uniquely expressive township and street language.
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This word is also used in 2 other countries, sometimes with a different meaning.
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