Johanessburg Useful Tips
South Africa has 11 official languages with many more different dialects.
The following are common slang words that are used on a daily basis by locals:
Sawubona: Hello!
Lekker: nice, good
Braai: barbecue
China: friend, mate
Now now: in the immediate future
Just now: in a little while
Eish!: an interjection indicating resignation
Haw!: expression of disbelief
laduma!: a popular cheer at soccer matches, "he scores!"
yebo: yes
robot: traffic lights
biltong: dried meat, similar to jerky
jol: to have fun, to party, can also refer to a disco or party
babbelas: hangover
The Johannesburg Urban Adventures Team was established through a desire to share our passion for Africa with like-minded adventurers. With a passion for their destination, the team is committed to offering unique Johannesburg tours and experiences to travellers.
Together with our sister destination in Cape Town we like to consider ourselves the local experts in our hometowns.
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