What does Tekkies mean?

Sneakers or athletic shoes For example: "Hy dra smart tekkies by die jol. (He's wearing cool sneakers at the party.)"

Where does the slang word Tekkies come from?

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

Tekkies

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Aug 12, 2025 · 1 definition

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Tekkies definition 1

Sneakers or athletic shoes

"Hy dra smart tekkies by die jol. (He's wearing cool sneakers at the party.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 12, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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Tekkies

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Tekkies

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