Tshimbila, ya (Go away) For example: "Tuwa hafha! (Get out of here!)"

Where does the slang word Tuwa come from?

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

Tuwa

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Tuwa definition 1

Tshimbila, ya (Go away)

"Tuwa hafha! (Get out of here!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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