What does Babelas mean?

A hangover from alcohol. Commonly used across Namibia and South Africa (spelled babalas in SA) For example: "Ek het gister heavy babelas, my kop pyn. (I have a serious hangover from yesterday, my head hurts.)"

Where does the slang word Babelas come from?

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

Babelas

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added August 03, 2025 · 1 definition

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A hangover from alcohol. Commonly used across Namibia and South Africa (spelled babalas in SA)

"Ek het gister heavy babelas, my kop pyn. (I have a serious hangover from yesterday, my head hurts.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · August 03, 2025

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