What does National Braai Day mean?

A playful nickname for South Africa's Heritage Day (24 September). It's called this because people across the country are encouraged to celebrate with a braai (barbecue). It emphasizes unity through the shared love of grilling food. For example: "We're hosting a big barbecue on Heritage Day – or National Braai Day as we like to call it – everyone's bringing their favorite meats and side dishes to celebrate our culture together."

Where does the slang word National Braai Day come from?

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

National Braai Day

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Aug 02, 2025 · 1 definition

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A playful nickname for South Africa's Heritage Day (24 September). It's called this because people across the country are encouraged to celebrate with a braai (barbecue). It emphasizes unity through the shared love of grilling food.

"We're hosting a big barbecue on Heritage Day – or National Braai Day as we like to call it – everyone's bringing their favorite meats and side dishes to celebrate our culture together."

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 02, 2025

Word Details

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

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