What does Madala mean?

An old man or grandfather; can affectionately mean *old-timer*. (Origin: Zulu)

Where does the slang word Madala come from?

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

Madala

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Jul 16, 2025 · 1 definition

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Madala definition 1

An old man or grandfather; <a href="/word/can" class="internal-link" title="View definition of Can">can</a> affectionately mean *old-timer*. (Origin: Zulu)

by KASINARY Admin Elder · Jul 16, 2025

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Country: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: July 2025

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