LOCAL SLANG
Some say there's more slang in South African English than there is English. A few valuable terms to know:
Cheers bottoms up, good-bye, or thank you
Lekker nice
Jol a party or good time
Just now in a little while
Now now not right now, but sooner than just now
Now at this moment
My China endearing term for a friend or mate
Shame it's a shame, or oh, how sweet
Braai a backyard BBQ--don't be surprised if you're asked to bring your own meat and drinks
Dop an alcoholic drink
Robot traffic light
Stopstreet a stop sign
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