What does Broke as a joke mean?

Totaal platzak (Totally broke) For example: "I'm broke as a joke (I'm totally broke)"

Where does the slang word Broke as a joke come from?

Broke as a joke is a slang term from South Africa. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in South Africa and across Africa.

Broke as a joke

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Totaal platzak (Totally broke)

"I'm broke as a joke (I'm totally broke)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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