South African English
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In South African English, what does 'braai' mean?
About South African English
Give your memory a workout with South African English: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Discover the unique words and expressions used in South African English! Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. In South African English, what does 'braai' mean?
Answer: A barbecue
2. What does the South African word 'lekker' mean?
Answer: Nice, great, or delicious
3. In South Africa, what is a 'bakkie'?
Answer: A pickup truck
4. What does 'now now' mean in South African English?
Answer: In a little while
5. In South Africa, what is a 'robot' in everyday language?
Answer: A traffic light
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South African English has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
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Most players finish South African English in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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