What does SHOT mean in South Africa?

I am an American living in South Africa, and I had a similar confusion when I first arrived. There is “shot” which is indeed used to express agreement or thanks (e.g. “shot, bru!”) But there's also “sjoe” (pronounced show) that is used to express sympathy or surprise (e.g. “sjoe, I had no idea she was so sick”).
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What does SHOT mean slang?

Definitions include: the climax of a sex scene in pornography, especially when the man ejaculates on his sex partner's face. money shot, the.
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What are some South African slang words?

10 South African Slang Words And Phrases You Should Know
  • Lekker. Lekker [lek-uh] is a widely used term indicating that something... 'great' or … 'nice'. ...
  • Howzit? ...
  • Yebo: ...
  • Shap shap/sharp sharp: ...
  • Eish(!): ...
  • Shame: ...
  • Braai: ...
  • Yoh:
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What does just now mean in South African slang?

3. Just now or Now now. You will most likely hear South Africans use the phrase, “now now” or “just now”, which means that they will do what you asked, but not immediately. It may sound weird – but it makes complete sense in South Africa.
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What does Shap mean in South Africa?

Shap Shap: (Pronounced “shup-shup”) Another two words that have an array of meanings, including: “Hello”, “I'm good”, or “Yes”. Cheers: In South Africa, this is more than just a celebratory toast – it is actually another way of saying goodbye.
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Is Voetsek a swear word?

Urban Dictionary on Twitter: "@damian9404 Voetsek: Afrikaans for 'Get lost'. (Not a swear word! but rather...
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What does Eish mean in South Africa?

Eish, pronounced aysh

A colloquial expression derived from Xhosa, “eish” is an exclamation of disbelief, disapproval or regret. Example: Eish, I can't believe I am late again!
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What does Chop mean in South Africa?

If you can call someone a chop it means they are being silly or an acting like an idiot, "Don't be a chop". Calling someone a chop often does not mean any harm, it is a light and playful insult and this word is most commonly used in a friendly way between associates.
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How do you say cool in SA?

Kief [kif], derived from Arabic (kayf), means cool, great, awesome or neat. Eg.
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What does Chai mean in South Africa?

It means “forget” as well as “chuck the whole thing out”. Pat said: Chai ee lee time.
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What does shot Bru mean in South Africa?

There is “shot” which is indeed used to express agreement or thanks (e.g. “shot, bru!”) But there's also “sjoe” (pronounced show) that is used to express sympathy or surprise (e.g. “sjoe, I had no idea she was so sick”).
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What does shot mean in Instagram?

You open Twitter, Instagram, even Snapchat and you see the term being used through memes or jokes on one's timeline all over the internet. According to the website Urban Dictionary, “Shoot your shot” means to let go of your pride and pursue someone you are interested in.
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How much is a shot?

The accepted amount of liquor served in a shot glass in the U.S. is 1.5 ounces or 44 milliliters. Even though the government has never officially set a standard measurement for a shot, the state of Utah formally defines it as 1.5 fluid ounces.
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What does Muffy mean in South Africa?

(ˈmɒfɪ ) South Africa offensive, slang. 1. an effeminate or homosexual man.
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Is Gatvol a swear word?

(South Africa, slang) Completely fed up; very upset.
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How do you say dad in South Africa?

Each language has a slightly different word, mama, umama or mme for mum and ntata, ubaba or tata for dad, are just a few for example.
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What does Mara mean in South Africa?

In Swahili, the word 'mara' means 'spotted land' – and when you are flying above the Maasai Mara in a small aircraft or gazing out across the plains from Angama Mara lodge, it's easy to see why.
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What does cookie mean in South Africa?

A flat cake or bread roll baked in hot embers on an open fire, or on a grid-iron over a fire. Cf.
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What does Papa mean in South Africa?

Noun(1) An informal term for a father(2) Probably derived from baby talk.
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How do you say sorry in SA?

Afrikaans: Jammer or Verskoon my or Askies. Translation: “Sorry” or “Pardon me” or “Excuse me.” Jammer, Verskoon my, or Askies can be used interchangeably, mostly based on the situation. In casual scenarios, and when addressing people you know, Jammer and Askies are most suitable.
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What does Jah neh mean?

(also ja-neh) South African. Used either as a non-committal expression or response, or to indicate agreement or assent. Now especially: used as an emphatic affirmation of a statement.
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What does Yebo mean in South Africa?

South Africa informal. an expression of affirmation. Word origin. Zulu yebo yes, I agree.
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Is Yarpie a slur?

The name may be occasionally used as an ethnic slur for Afrikaners, in which instance it is also spelt according to English orthography: yarpie. This comes from the Afrikaans term plaasjapie, meaning "farm boy". It may or may not be an offensive term depending upon intent and context of use.
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What does Baba mean in South Africa?

"Baba" means "father" in many of the African languages in southern Africa, with a connotation of respect attached to a highly valued social role and age.
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What does D Voetsek mean?

voetsak voertsek or voertsak (ˈfʊrtsɑk, ˈvʊrt-)

Save This Word! interjection. Southern African offensive, informal an expression of dismissal or rejection.
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