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South African lingo

Created by grootes

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South African lingo game quiz
"Yes, us Saffas speak a different language. Can you translate what we are saying? This comes straight out of Brakpan"

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  



1. If you are fishing off the Weskus and your buddy gets a bite, he might shout out 'Jislaaik'. What is he saying?
    I am cold
    Help
    Wow!
    Would you like some tea?


2. Later that evening you head off to the bar where somebody asks if you are 'checking me skeef'. What is he suggesting?
    Are you looking at my scarf?
    Is it hot in here or is it you?
    Can I buy you a drink?
    You wanna fight?


3. If someone gave you a Snoek, what would you do?
    Sleep in it
    Wear it
    Eat it
    Put photos in it


4. On weekends many people gather around a fire where they cook meat on coals, drink beer and talk sport. This lasts the whole day and sometimes the night too. What is it called?
    Boksburg
    Biltong
    Braai
    Barney


5. If you are hungry you might make a Samie for yourself. What is a Samie?
    Sandwich
    Pasta
    Soup
    Samoosa


6. Some words have become part of the English language. One of those is 'Wildebeest'. What is it?
    Dog
    Wilderness
    Wild animal
    Drunkard


7. When you got to get groceries, you will need one of these to put them in.
    Meerkat
    Combi
    Trolley
    Skoen


8. Mampoer is a very strong clear alcoholic beverage. However it is better known by this name meaning 'white lightening.' What is the South African name for this beverage?
    Witblits
    Iqlua
    Donderbuie
    Impi


9. What is a Saffa?
    Lion
    Flower
    South African
    Torch


10. Here is a word used throughout the Freedom Struggle. It is Amandla. What does it mean?
    We are equal
    Mandela
    Power
    War

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