What does Pusha mean?

From the English "push," used in townships meaning to hustle or work hard for money. If someone says "we pusha hard," they mean they're grinding or putting in effort to make a living. For example: "My sister is pusha-ing papers at varsity and selling clothes on the side. (English, meaning "My sister is working hard on her studies and selling clothes on the side to make money.")"

Where does the slang word Pusha come from?

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

Pusha

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Aug 02, 2025 · 1 definition

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Pusha definition 1

From the English "push," used in townships meaning to hustle or work hard for money. If someone says "we pusha hard," they mean they're grinding or putting in effort to make a living.

"My sister is pusha-ing papers at varsity and selling clothes on the side. (English, meaning "My sister is working hard on her studies and selling clothes on the side to make money.")"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 02, 2025

Word Details

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

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