Where does the slang word Make a plan come from?

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

Make a plan

Q: What are other meanings of Make a plan?

Make a plan can also mean: An expression meaning to improvise a solution or *figure something out* (often said as “we will make a plan”).

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Jul 17, 2025 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Make a plan definition 1

A common phrase meaning to improvise a solution or find a way around a problem, reflecting the South African attitude of resourcefulness. Often said as "'n boer maak 'n plan" (an Afrikaner saying, "a farmer makes a plan").

"The venue we wanted is booked, but don't worry – we'll make a plan and find another great spot for the party."

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 02, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Make a plan definition 2

An expression meaning to improvise a solution or *figure something out* (often said as “we will make a plan”).

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Jul 17, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: July 2025

↻ Similar Words

Maak 'n plan 🇿🇦 South Africa

An Afrikaans phrase meaning "make a plan." In SA slang it's widely used to mean finding a way to solve a money problem. If someone is broke, they might still maak 'n plan to get through.

"Don't stress, we'll maak 'n plan for gas money to get home. (English/Afrikaans, meaning "Don't stress, we'll figure some…"

Ma plan 🇲🇼 Malawi

Plans (usually for fun or mischief)" (Chichewa-English)

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