Things Only Coloured Moms Say (That We All Grew Up Hearing)
Remember the legendary sayings of Coloured moms? From threats with slippers to kitchen inspections, these classic Cape Flats childhood memories need a proper reunion.
Category: Vocabulary
Get a handle on the slang and phrases that make Kaaps unique. Our vocabulary lessons and articles break down the local words you need to know to talk like a local.
This Cape Flats Letter to Santa is Kak Funny
Think you’ve seen a funny Christmas wish? This Cape Flats letter to Santa takes the koeksister!
Cape Flats Lingo for the Ladies
These names offer a window into how people speak, how women are seen, and how names can carry pride—or problems.
How the Ouens on the Cape Flats Call Their Bru’s
Your guide to addressing the manne properly.
The Dop Dictionary: Slang Words and Phrases About Drinking
The lingo of the casual drinker and the weekend regular.
Should Coloureds Stop Using The Word Klimeid?
The word “klimeid” should be reclaimed, not erased. It’s a part of the taal that people aren’t ready to give up.
Sabela Dictionary PDF: The 26, 27, and 28 Gangster Language
Learning The Sabela doesn’t mean you’re about to join a gang. If that’s your plan, we suggest you rethink your life choices.
The Art of Calling Someone Without Saying Their Name
When you don’t know someone’s name, there’s no need to hesitate. In Kaaps, a quick nickname fills the gap. Consider Read more
Money Slang You Need to Know in Cape Town
Remember R2 and R5 notes? Or that random half-cent coin that was like, yoh, why did you even exist? Before Read more
10 Local Expressions For Shock and Surprise
Shock and surprise have a language all their own. It’s that moment when your brain needs a second to Read more
Aweh Masekin! How Capetonians Say “Hello”
We all know how to say “hello” or “good morning,” though in Cape Town, we save those for our Read more
“Pappa Wag Vir Djou”: Where Does This Saying Come From?
“Pappa wag vir djou” (Daddy is waiting for you).
For those on the receiving end of this taunt, Read more