Capetonians have developed a style of English all of their own, much of which may baffle the visitor. The following words may help you decipher what the conversation is all about and might assist you in getting to your destination:

Conversation
Howzit? - hello how are you?
Lekker - good, nice, great,
Jol - have fun
Kief - cool, good
Siff - horrible, yuk
Skinnering - gossiping
What's Your Pluck - what gives?
Dorner - thump
Bliksem - hit
Oke or 'O' - man, bloke
Broer - brother, mate,
Lanie - smart, posh
Braai - barbecue
Takkie - training shoes
Yes No - standard answer usually meaning Yes

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