Trending African Slang Words

A Umkhukhu is a common slang term used in various African regions.

In African slang, Tsweets refers to a concept or object specific to local culture.

a word typically used my Chunkz and Yung Filly to describe something that is getting difficult or ‘technical’...could also describe something or someone as ‘tekki’

Ibhokwe is an African slang expression that may have different meanings depending on the context.

In African slang, Yaadt refers to a concept or object specific to local culture.

A Liefling is a common slang term used in various African regions.

In African slang, Verskoning refers to a concept or object specific to local culture.

An exceptional man and father who enjoys watching sports and drinking beer.

A word used by Afrikaans people which they think means penis (piel) but is actually the term for a small goose.

Wena is a chilean way to say "Hi", it's used in a extremely informal language.

In African slang, Dwaal refers to a concept or object specific to local culture.

Nickname/short form of Yeontan, the cutest and most well-behaved puppy who belongs to BTSV Kim Taehyung.

To express tiredness or distress

Nastys ape niggas

When your hip to something. Your sharp.

Takkies, south african slang for trainers or sneakers

Said (poo-zah) As 'phuza' is the traditional zulu term for drink, it follows that 'phuza thursday' is the act of drinking (most commonly binge drinking) on a thursday night. This has become a burgeoning tradition among South African youth, with Thursday nights almost replacing Friday nights as occasions for heavy drinking.

Spaza is a colloquial term used in African communities.