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I can't wait
Group A : South Africa, Mexico , Uruguay , France.
Group B : Argentina, Nigeria ,Korea Republic, Greece.
Group C : England, USA, Algeria , Slovenia .
Group D : Germany, Australia, Serbia, Ghana .
Group E : Netherlands, Denmark , Japan, Cameroon .
Group F : Italy, Paraguay, New Zealand, Slovakia .
Group G : Brazil, Korea DPR , Cote D' Voire, Portugal
Group H : Spain, Switzerland, Honduras , Chile
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check portugals group (g). We're fucked.
Italy and Argentina will cruise through.
Will be a fantastic tournament. Especially since I live here!
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Group C is looking nice for England.
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its a matter of minutes before that skinny bitch max rep moves this.
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a WC without turkey...oh god
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group c is looking good for the us...algeria and slovenia are weak..
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its a matter of minutes before that skinny bitch max rep moves this.
But before he does it i have to say we are in a great group huh Marcel?..the cup is ours... ;)
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Do top 2 from each group go through?
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Do top 2 from each group go through?
As always... ;D
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Yeah I was discussing that last night at a poker game with some friends...I always love a good United States vs. England match up.
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Do top 2 from each group go through?
yes
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But before he does it i have to say we are in a great group huh Marcel?..the cup is ours... ;)
hahah we will destroy these inferior people
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hahah we will destroy these inferior people
Yeah ...we already took South africa ones...dont make us come back for seconds gawd damnit... >:( ;D
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my money is on spain this time
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hahah we will destroy these inferior people
not easy, but Holland full of quality.
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my money is on spain this time
Argentina.
....or Brazil ;D
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AZZURI...BITCHES..
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Somoene explain to me what France not being seeded means?
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correct me if i am wrong..but being seeded means you are seeded first in the group..correct...the host country always gets a top seeding...
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Somoene explain to me what France not being seeded means?
they got through in the playoffs.
the top teams, eg: spain, brazil, italy get seeded
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AZZURI...BITCHES..
easiest group in wc
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Which one is the group of death?
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they got through in the playoffs.
the top teams, eg: spain, brazil, italy get seeded
Does it make it harder for them?
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I can't wait
Group A : South Africa, Mexico , Uruguay , France.
Group B : Argentina, Nigeria ,Korea Republic, Greece.
Group C : England, USA, Algeria , Slovenia .
Group D : Germany, Australia, Serbia, Ghana .
Group E : Netherlands, Denmark , Japan, Cameroon .
Group F : Italy, Paraguay, New Zealand, Slovakia .
Group G : Brazil, Korea DPR , Cote D' Voire, Portugal
Group H : Spain, Switzerland, Honduras , Chile
is this another one of those wacky euro-asia ping pong tournaments?
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Germany will punish group D
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is this another one of those wacky euro-asia ping pong tournaments?
Yes. Don't mind us (the rest of the world). ;D
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Which one is the group of death?
IMHO , group G
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Does it make it harder for them?
No, seeded teams are less likely to get another top team, and a better chance to progress, whereas an unseeded side such as Portugal, lands up in group of death, G.
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No, seeded teams are less likely to get another top team, and a better chance to progress, whereas an unseeded side such as Portugal, lands up in group of death, G.
Thanks.
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Anyone need accommodation
in South Africa?
I will gladly rip you off
offer accommodation @ 200 euro's
a night. t&c apply (no homo's)
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watching soccer is more boring than watching a bodybuilding show
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watching soccer is more boring than watching a bodybuilding show
qft = quite fucking true? not sure, fng here
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AZZURI...BITCHES..
New Zealand will rape you 8)
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I think Spain will win.
Some guy on the radio
said this. I don't care
for gayball that much.
Gotta love the way it's
never the keepers fault
and he always points fingers.
Why does a goaly need gloves
anyway?
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My dreams are with Spain again but this time could be true...
Anyway Spain plays football better than any other team. I only hope this could be the most important thing for winning this competition.
(http://www.apuerta.com/wp-content/escudo_seleccion_espanola.bmp)
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my money is on spain this time
Obviously your first World Cup.
Spain have a history of being underachievers and choking
Get back to making some kebabs and stay away from the World Game......no one likes the turks....we just tolerate them
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Very cheap beer, European soccer fans and the south african police force....I predict a riot ::)
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Very cheap beer, European soccer fans and the south african police force....I predict a riot ::)
These questions about South Africa were posted on a South African Tourism Website and were answered by the website owner (great sense of humour!).
Q: Does it ever get windy in South Africa ? I have never seen it rain on TV, so how do the plants grow? ( UK )
A: We import all plants fully grown and then just sit around watching them die.
Q: Will I be able to see elephants in the street? ( USA )
A: Depends how much you've been drinking.
Q: I want to walk from Durban to Cape Town - can I follow the railroad tracks? ( Sweden )
A: Sure, it's only two thousand kilometres take lots of water...
Q: Is it safe to run around in the bushes in South Africa ? ( Sweden )
A: So it's true what they say about Swedes...
Q: Are there any ATMs (cash machines) in South Africa ? Can you send me a list of them in JHB, Cape Town , Knysna and Jeffrey's Bay? ( UK )
A: What did your last slave die of?
Q: Can you give me some information about Koala Bear racing in South Africa? ( USA )
A: Aus-tra-lia is that big island in the middle of the pacific. A-fri-ca is the big triangle shaped continent south of Europe which does not...oh forget it. Sure, the Koala Bear racing is every Tuesday night in Hillbrow. Come naked.
Q: Which di rection is north in South Africa ? ( USA )
A: Face south and then turn 90 degrees. Contact us when you get here and we'll send the rest of the directions.
Q: Can I bring cutlery into South Africa ? ( UK )
A: Why? Just use your fingers like we do.
Q: Can you send me the Vienna Boys' Choir schedule? ( USA )
A: Aus-tri-a is that quaint little country bordering Ger-man-y, which is...oh forget it. Sure, the Vienna Boys Choir plays every Tuesday night in Hillbrow, straight after the Koala Bear races. Come naked.
Q: Do you have perfume in South Africa ? ( France )
A: No, WE don 't stink.
Q: I have developed a new product that is the fountain of youth. Can you tell me where I can sell it in South Africa ? ( USA )
A: Anywhere where a significant number of Americans gather.
Q: Can you tell me the regions in South Africa where the female population is smaller than the male population? ( Italy )
A: Yes, gay nightclubs.
Q: Do you celebrate Christmas in South Africa ? ( France )
A: Only at Christmas.
Q: Are there killer bees in South Africa ? ( Germany )
A: Not yet, but for you, we'll import them.
Q: Are there supermarkets in Cape Town and is milk available all year round?
A: No, we are a peaceful civilisation of vegan hunter-gatherers. Milk is illegal.
Q: Please send a list of all doctors in South Africa who can di spense rattlesnake serum. ( USA )
A: Rattlesnakes live in A-meri-ca, which is where YOU come from. All South African snakes are perfectly harmless, can be safely handled and make good pets.
Q: I was in South Africa in 1969, and I want to contact the girl I dated while I was staying in Hillbrow. Can you help? ( USA )
A: Yes, but you will probably still have to pay her by the hour.
Q: Will I be able to speek English most places I go? ( USA )
A: Yes, but you'll have to learn it first.
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Understanding South Africans - Tips for 2010
Braai
What is a braai? It is the first thing you will be invited to when you
visit South Africa . A braai is a backyard barbecue and it will take
place whatever the weather. So you will have to go even if it's
raining like mad. At a braai you will be introduced to a substance
known as mieliepap.
Ag
This one of the most useful South African words. Pronounced like the
"ach" in the German "achtung", it can be used to start a reply when
you are asked a tricky question, as in: "Ag, I don't know." Or a sense
of resignation:"Ag OK, I'll have some more mieliepap then." It can
stand alone too as a signal of irritation.
Donner
A rude word, it comes from the Afrikaans "donder" (thunder).
Pronounced "dorner", it means "beat up." A team member in your rugby
team can get donnered in a game, or your wife can donner you if you
come back from a braai at three in the morning.
Eina
Widely used by all language groups, this word, derived from the
Afrikaans, means "ouch." Pronounced "aynah". You can say it in
sympathy when you see your friend the day after he got donnered by his
wife.
Hey
Often used at the end of a sentence to emphasize the importance of
what has just been said, as in "You're only going to get donnered if
you come in late again, hey?" It can also stand alone as a question.
Instead of saying "excuse me?" or "pardon me?" when you have not heard
something directed at you, you can always say: "Hey?"
Izit?
This is another great word to use in conversations. Derived from the
two words "is" and "it", it can be used when you have nothing to
contribute if someone tells you something at a braai. For instance, if
someone would say: "The Russians will succeed in their bid for
capitalism once they adopt a work ethic and respect for private
ownership." It is quite appropriate to respond by saying: "Izit?"
Ja well no fine
This is another conversation fallback. Derived from the four words:
"yes", "well", "no" and fine", it roughly means "OK". If your bank
manager tells you your account is overdrawn, you can, with confidence,
say: "Jawelnofine."
Klap
Pronounced "klup" - an Afrikaans word meaning smack, whack or spank.
If you spend too much time in front of the TV during exam time, you
could end up getting a "klap" from your mother. In America , that is
called child abuse. In South Africa, it is called promoting education.
But to get "lekker geklap" is to get motherlessly drunk. To then be on
the receiving end of a snot klap is definitely not advised.
Lekker
An Afrikaans word meaning nice, this word is used by all language
groups to express approval. If you enjoyed a braai thoroughly, you can
say: "Now that was lekk-errrrrrr!" while drawing out the last
syllable.
Tackies
These are sneakers or running shoes. The word is also used to describe
automobile or truck tyres. "Fat tackies" are really wide tyres, as in:
"You've got lekker fat tackies on your Vτlla, hey?"
Dop
This word has two basic meanings, one good and one bad. First the
good: A dop is a drink, a cocktail, a sundowner, a noggin. When
invited for a dop, be careful! It could be one sedate drink or a
blast, depending on the company. Now the bad: To dop is to fail. If
you "dopped" standard two (Grade 4) more than once, you probably won't
be reading this.
Saamie
This is a sandwich. For generations, school-children have traded
"saamies" during lunch breaks. In South Africa you don't send your kid
to school with liver-polony saamies. They are impossible to trade!!
Bakkie
This word is pronounced "bucky" and can refer to a small truck or
pick-up. If a young man takes his "girl" (date) in a bakkie it could
be considered as a not so "lekker" form of transport because the seats
can't recline.
Howzit
This is a universal South African greeting, and you will hear this
word throughout the country. It is often accompanied with the word
"Yes!" as in: "Yes, howzit?". In which case you answer "No, fine."
Now now
In much of the outside world, this is a comforting phrase:"Now now,
it's really not so bad." But in South Africa, this phrase is used in
the following manner: "Just wait, I'll be there now now." It means "a
little after now".
Tune grief
To be tuned grief is to be aggravated, harassed. For example, if you
argue with somebody about a rugby game at a braai and the person had
too much dop (is a little "geklap"), he might easily get aggravated
and say.: "You're tuning me grief, hey!". To continue the argument
after this could be unwise and result in major tuning of grief..
Boet
This is an Afrikaans word meaning "brother" which is shared by all
language groups. Pronounced "boot" but shorter, as in"foot", it can
be applied to a brother or any person of the male sex. For instance a
father can call his son "boet" and friends can apply the term to each
other too. Sometimes the diminutive "boetie" is used. But don't use it
on someone you hardly know - it will be considered patronizing and could
lead to you getting a "lekker klap".
Pasop
From the Afrikaans phrase meaning "Watch Out!", this warning is used
and heeded by all language groups. As in: "The boss hasn't had his
coffee yet - so you better pasop, boet" Sometimes just the word
"pasop!" is enough without further explanation.Everyone knows it sets
out a line in the sand not to be crossed.
Skop, Skiet en donner
Literally "kick, shoot and thunder", this phrase is usedby many South
African speakers to describe action movies. A Clint Eastwood movie is
always a good choice if you're in the mood for of a lekker skop, skiet
en donner flick.
Vrot
Pronounced - "frot". A expressive word which means"rotten" or
"putrid" in Afrikaans, it is used by all language groups to describe
anything they really dislike. Most commonly intended to describe fruit
or vegetables whose shelf lives have long expired, but a pair of old
tackies (sneakers) worn a few years too long can be termed "vrot" by
some unfortunate folk who find themselves in the same vicinity as
the wearer. Also a rugby player who misses important kicks or tackles
can be said to have played a vrot game - opposite to a "lekker" game
(but not to his face). A movie was once reviewed with this headline:
"Slick Flick, Vrot Plot."
Rock up
To rock up is to just, sort of, arrive (called "gatecrash" in other
parts of the world). You don't make an appointment or tell anyone you
are coming - you just rock up. Friends can do that but you have to be
selective about it. For example, you can't just rock up for a job
interview.
Scale
To scale something is to steal it. A person who is "scaly" has a
doubtful character, is possibly a scumbag, and should rather be left
off the invitation list to your next braai.
Ja-nee
"Yes No" in English. Politics in South Africahas always been
associated with family arguments and in some cases even with physical
fights. It is believed that this expression originated with a family
member who didn't want to get a klap or get donnerred, so he just
every now and then muttered "ja-nee". Use it when you are required to
respond, but would rather not choose to agree or disagree.
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Ryan thats funny man - :D :D
Its amazing some of the questions you get asked - in 2001 when I moved to the west people would ask if one could see lions walking on the streets -
Im like yeah if you want to made dinner .... ::)
I asked one person if they know where Africa is and he said its right next to Jamaica .... ::)
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Zwide & Pvt ryan,
where you guys in RSA?
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I'm in Bloemfontein, I see
we are getting a few nice
games. France vs Buffoona
Buffoona and a semi.
I wanted to go watch
the US vs Spain in the
Confed Cup, but is was
like 5degrees outside so
I didn't go. Should've gone
though, the US whipped
Spain.
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I'm in Bloemfontein, I see
we are getting a few nice
games. France vs Buffoona
Buffoona and a semi.
I wanted to go watch
the US vs Spain in the
Confed Cup, but is was
like 5degrees outside so
I didn't go. Should've gone
though, the US whipped
Spain.
I'm in CPT, went up to JHB for the USA V Italy, Brazil v Italy and Brazil v USA, was gona watch final as well, but it was another week away, sold my ticket.
It was flipin cold in Pretoria & Joburg. We're spoilt with the weather down here... ;D
All in all, not a badly organized tournament. Loftus was packed.
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This is quality hahaha :D
These questions about South Africa were posted on a South African Tourism Website and were answered by the website owner (great sense of humour!).
Q: Does it ever get windy in South Africa ? I have never seen it rain on TV, so how do the plants grow? ( UK )
A: We import all plants fully grown and then just sit around watching them die.
Q: Will I be able to see elephants in the street? ( USA )
A: Depends how much you've been drinking.
Q: I want to walk from Durban to Cape Town - can I follow the railroad tracks? ( Sweden )
A: Sure, it's only two thousand kilometres take lots of water...
Q: Is it safe to run around in the bushes in South Africa ? ( Sweden )
A: So it's true what they say about Swedes...
Q: Are there any ATMs (cash machines) in South Africa ? Can you send me a list of them in JHB, Cape Town , Knysna and Jeffrey's Bay? ( UK )
A: What did your last slave die of?
Q: Can you give me some information about Koala Bear racing in South Africa? ( USA )
A: Aus-tra-lia is that big island in the middle of the pacific. A-fri-ca is the big triangle shaped continent south of Europe which does not...oh forget it. Sure, the Koala Bear racing is every Tuesday night in Hillbrow. Come naked.
Q: Which di rection is north in South Africa ? ( USA )
A: Face south and then turn 90 degrees. Contact us when you get here and we'll send the rest of the directions.
Q: Can I bring cutlery into South Africa ? ( UK )
A: Why? Just use your fingers like we do.
Q: Can you send me the Vienna Boys' Choir schedule? ( USA )
A: Aus-tri-a is that quaint little country bordering Ger-man-y, which is...oh forget it. Sure, the Vienna Boys Choir plays every Tuesday night in Hillbrow, straight after the Koala Bear races. Come naked.
Q: Do you have perfume in South Africa ? ( France )
A: No, WE don 't stink.
Q: I have developed a new product that is the fountain of youth. Can you tell me where I can sell it in South Africa ? ( USA )
A: Anywhere where a significant number of Americans gather.
Q: Can you tell me the regions in South Africa where the female population is smaller than the male population? ( Italy )
A: Yes, gay nightclubs.
Q: Do you celebrate Christmas in South Africa ? ( France )
A: Only at Christmas.
Q: Are there killer bees in South Africa ? ( Germany )
A: Not yet, but for you, we'll import them.
Q: Are there supermarkets in Cape Town and is milk available all year round?
A: No, we are a peaceful civilisation of vegan hunter-gatherers. Milk is illegal.
Q: Please send a list of all doctors in South Africa who can di spense rattlesnake serum. ( USA )
A: Rattlesnakes live in A-meri-ca, which is where YOU come from. All South African snakes are perfectly harmless, can be safely handled and make good pets.
Q: I was in South Africa in 1969, and I want to contact the girl I dated while I was staying in Hillbrow. Can you help? ( USA )
A: Yes, but you will probably still have to pay her by the hour.
Q: Will I be able to speek English most places I go? ( USA )
A: Yes, but you'll have to learn it first.
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I think England have a really good chance next year.
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Every single time England qualifies for a tournament, the english media says, yes, this time!
'66 was fixed up! Portugal were supposed to win... ;D
But seriously, they have a great team on paper, the best since Italy '90, when they were great on paper too...
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Zwide & Pvt ryan,
where you guys in RSA?
Im now in Canada .... winter is knocking .. Im getting ready to shovel snow ... :'(
Origionally from Zimbabwe... ;)
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Every single time England qualifies for a tournament, the english media says, yes, this time!
'66 was fixed up! Portugal were supposed to win... ;D
But seriously, they have a great team on paper, the best since Italy '90, when they were great on paper too...
england was terrific in USA '94... ;D
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Im now in Canada .... winter is knocking .. Im getting ready to shovel snow ... :'(
Origionally from Zimbabwe... ;)
What part of Zim's? I was born and raised in Bulawayo ....did 'varsity at UCT before coming to LA in 1996. My folks moved from Bulawayo to Nelspruit and so I may go back to watch some of the World Cup.
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What part of Zim's? I was born and raised in Bulawayo ....did 'varsity at UCT before coming to LA in 1996. My folks moved from Bulawayo to Nelspruit and so I may go back to watch some of the World Cup.
It seems theres quite a few of us on here!
I was born in Salisbury, but left at a few months old to Portugal. In SA since 88.
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any expert will tell you that switzerland will easily take the cup.
same as our u-17 team did.
http://www.fifa.com/u17worldcup/index.html
thanks to all other nations for making our road to victory at least a little bit exciting.
:-*
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It seems theres quite a few of us on here!
I was born in Salisbury, but left at a few months old to Portugal. In SA since 88.
Zim's is a terrible mess as you know. Have no idea how Mugabe has been able to last this long....?
I have a big album of my life in Zim's and Plumtree Highschool days on Facebook.... (some of the commentary is classic!)
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?ref=profile&id=510703788#/profile.php?v=photos&ref=profile&id=510703788 (http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?ref=profile&id=510703788#/profile.php?v=photos&ref=profile&id=510703788)
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Every single time Spain qualifies for a tournament, the Spanish media says, yes, this time!
...
Fixed
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What part of Zim's? I was born and raised in Bulawayo ....did 'varsity at UCT before coming to LA in 1996. My folks moved from Bulawayo to Nelspruit and so I may go back to watch some of the World Cup.
Grant I was born and raised in Byo too and went to school in Plumtree - out in the bush .. lol Embakwe ... ;D
I was hoping to make for the World Cup - it would be an experience - most of the people I know are in SA since Mugabe has killed that country .... :-[
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Grant I was born and raised in Byo too and went to school in Plumtree - out in the bush .. lol Embakwe ... ;D
I was hoping to make for the World Cup - it would be an experience - most of the people I know are in SA since Mugabe has killed that country .... :-[
Try to join my Facebook if you can.... the Plumtree album has some serious stories of Yesteryear! What years were you there?
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Here's a Lion Lager beer ad from my home country... every player in each team is real. No actors in this commercial! South Africa currently have the number one rated rugby AND cricket teams in the world! Hope the soccer side can catch up?? Can you imagine?
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Here's a Lion Lager beer ad from my home country... every player in each team is real. No actors in this commercial! South Africa currently have the number one rated rugby AND cricket teams in the world! Hope the soccer side can catch up?? Can you imagine?
How dare you tell such lies >:(
Please educate yourself here: ;)
http://www.irb.com/rankings/index.html
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! South Africa currently have the number one rated rugby
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AZZURI...BITCHES..
Careful...North Korea qualified again ;D
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paraguay italy first match for us, and im gonna be there :)
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Careful...North Korea qualified again ;D
No, that was South... ;)
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How dare you tell such lies >:(
Please educate yourself here: ;)
http://www.irb.com/rankings/index.html
The All Blacks beat France
and we lost to them.
The Tri-Nations is still
ours.
The boks beat you last 4 times
including in NZ
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The All Blacks beat France
and we lost to them.
The Tri-Nations is still
ours.
The boks beat you last 4 times
including in NZ
Rugby is a year long game.
Your bitches cry because you are tired.
The All Blacks still have hard cocks and want to rape more people.
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True, no excuses in rugby.
You were raped by the
Barbarians though.
With this guys' hattrick.
(http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee279/Blindeman/south-africa1.jpg)
The end of year tour is always
a disaster for the boks. I really
don't care too much, as long as
we beat the All Blacks, and we
are the only team to do that four
consecutive times.
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Understanding South Africans - Tips for 2010
Braai
What is a braai? It is the first thing you will be invited to when you
visit South Africa . A braai is a backyard barbecue and it will take
place whatever the weather. So you will have to go even if it's
raining like mad. At a braai you will be introduced to a substance
known as mieliepap.
Ag
This one of the most useful South African words. Pronounced like the
"ach" in the German "achtung", it can be used to start a reply when
you are asked a tricky question, as in: "Ag, I don't know." Or a sense
of resignation:"Ag OK, I'll have some more mieliepap then." It can
stand alone too as a signal of irritation.
Donner
A rude word, it comes from the Afrikaans "donder" (thunder).
Pronounced "dorner", it means "beat up." A team member in your rugby
team can get donnered in a game, or your wife can donner you if you
come back from a braai at three in the morning.
Eina
Widely used by all language groups, this word, derived from the
Afrikaans, means "ouch." Pronounced "aynah". You can say it in
sympathy when you see your friend the day after he got donnered by his
wife.
Hey
Often used at the end of a sentence to emphasize the importance of
what has just been said, as in "You're only going to get donnered if
you come in late again, hey?" It can also stand alone as a question.
Instead of saying "excuse me?" or "pardon me?" when you have not heard
something directed at you, you can always say: "Hey?"
Izit?
This is another great word to use in conversations. Derived from the
two words "is" and "it", it can be used when you have nothing to
contribute if someone tells you something at a braai. For instance, if
someone would say: "The Russians will succeed in their bid for
capitalism once they adopt a work ethic and respect for private
ownership." It is quite appropriate to respond by saying: "Izit?"
Ja well no fine
This is another conversation fallback. Derived from the four words:
"yes", "well", "no" and fine", it roughly means "OK". If your bank
manager tells you your account is overdrawn, you can, with confidence,
say: "Jawelnofine."
Klap
Pronounced "klup" - an Afrikaans word meaning smack, whack or spank.
If you spend too much time in front of the TV during exam time, you
could end up getting a "klap" from your mother. In America , that is
called child abuse. In South Africa, it is called promoting education.
But to get "lekker geklap" is to get motherlessly drunk. To then be on
the receiving end of a snot klap is definitely not advised.
Lekker
An Afrikaans word meaning nice, this word is used by all language
groups to express approval. If you enjoyed a braai thoroughly, you can
say: "Now that was lekk-errrrrrr!" while drawing out the last
syllable.
Tackies
These are sneakers or running shoes. The word is also used to describe
automobile or truck tyres. "Fat tackies" are really wide tyres, as in:
"You've got lekker fat tackies on your Vτlla, hey?"
Dop
This word has two basic meanings, one good and one bad. First the
good: A dop is a drink, a cocktail, a sundowner, a noggin. When
invited for a dop, be careful! It could be one sedate drink or a
blast, depending on the company. Now the bad: To dop is to fail. If
you "dopped" standard two (Grade 4) more than once, you probably won't
be reading this.
Saamie
This is a sandwich. For generations, school-children have traded
"saamies" during lunch breaks. In South Africa you don't send your kid
to school with liver-polony saamies. They are impossible to trade!!
Bakkie
This word is pronounced "bucky" and can refer to a small truck or
pick-up. If a young man takes his "girl" (date) in a bakkie it could
be considered as a not so "lekker" form of transport because the seats
can't recline.
Howzit
This is a universal South African greeting, and you will hear this
word throughout the country. It is often accompanied with the word
"Yes!" as in: "Yes, howzit?". In which case you answer "No, fine."
Now now
In much of the outside world, this is a comforting phrase:"Now now,
it's really not so bad." But in South Africa, this phrase is used in
the following manner: "Just wait, I'll be there now now." It means "a
little after now".
Tune grief
To be tuned grief is to be aggravated, harassed. For example, if you
argue with somebody about a rugby game at a braai and the person had
too much dop (is a little "geklap"), he might easily get aggravated
and say.: "You're tuning me grief, hey!". To continue the argument
after this could be unwise and result in major tuning of grief..
Boet
This is an Afrikaans word meaning "brother" which is shared by all
language groups. Pronounced "boot" but shorter, as in"foot", it can
be applied to a brother or any person of the male sex. For instance a
father can call his son "boet" and friends can apply the term to each
other too. Sometimes the diminutive "boetie" is used. But don't use it
on someone you hardly know - it will be considered patronizing and could
lead to you getting a "lekker klap".
Pasop
From the Afrikaans phrase meaning "Watch Out!", this warning is used
and heeded by all language groups. As in: "The boss hasn't had his
coffee yet - so you better pasop, boet" Sometimes just the word
"pasop!" is enough without further explanation.Everyone knows it sets
out a line in the sand not to be crossed.
Skop, Skiet en donner
Literally "kick, shoot and thunder", this phrase is usedby many South
African speakers to describe action movies. A Clint Eastwood movie is
always a good choice if you're in the mood for of a lekker skop, skiet
en donner flick.
Vrot
Pronounced - "frot". A expressive word which means"rotten" or
"putrid" in Afrikaans, it is used by all language groups to describe
anything they really dislike. Most commonly intended to describe fruit
or vegetables whose shelf lives have long expired, but a pair of old
tackies (sneakers) worn a few years too long can be termed "vrot" by
some unfortunate folk who find themselves in the same vicinity as
the wearer. Also a rugby player who misses important kicks or tackles
can be said to have played a vrot game - opposite to a "lekker" game
(but not to his face). A movie was once reviewed with this headline:
"Slick Flick, Vrot Plot."
Rock up
To rock up is to just, sort of, arrive (called "gatecrash" in other
parts of the world). You don't make an appointment or tell anyone you
are coming - you just rock up. Friends can do that but you have to be
selective about it. For example, you can't just rock up for a job
interview.
Scale
To scale something is to steal it. A person who is "scaly" has a
doubtful character, is possibly a scumbag, and should rather be left
off the invitation list to your next braai.
Ja-nee
"Yes No" in English. Politics in South Africahas always been
associated with family arguments and in some cases even with physical
fights. It is believed that this expression originated with a family
member who didn't want to get a klap or get donnerred, so he just
every now and then muttered "ja-nee". Use it when you are required to
respond, but would rather not choose to agree or disagree.
What about Keffa? ???
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Well I'm glad you managed to win one. It was getting a little boring. What was it, 8 out of 10 tri nations The All Blacks have won??
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That is why you have to
beat the best, to be the
best. We whipped you guys
this year.
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What about Keffa? ???
That won't fly these days.
(http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee279/Blindeman/south_african_police1.jpg)
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That is why you have to
beat the best, to be the
best. We whipped you guys
this year.
Form is temporary, class is permanent ;)
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That won't fly these days.
(http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee279/Blindeman/south_african_police1.jpg)
The chap from the mud race looks happy though , they rescued him from a burning building perhaps?
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Possible, but if it was pre
1994 he would not be so
happy.
How things changed.
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Possible, but if it was pre
1994 he would not be so
happy.
How things changed.
Yes , the Gov there now is very corrupt and Racist
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Yes , the Gov there now is very corrupt and Racist
qft = quite fucking true?
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qft = quite fucking true?
Indeed ;D
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Yes , the Gov there now is very corrupt and Racist
No, JZ did not rape, he didnt take kickbacks, he didnt get his rival thrown out off office, he didnt change the law to accommodate his court case.
Those are all false accusations...
What can you do... ::)
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Some more for our oversees visitors
SA dictionary :)
Amped Excited
Aries Afternoon
Awe various meanings
Babbalas Hangover
Baggies Boardshorts
Bakkie Pick-up truck
Ballie -old person
Bankie Bank bag filled with dope
Biltong Jerky
Bleak Disappointed
Biscuit Term of affection
Blind Embarrassing
Boet Friend
Bokkie Girl/woman
Boot TrunkBru Friend/person
Bunny Chow Curry inside a loaf of bread
Cafι (pronounced: caf-fee) Corner store
Check Look
Cherrie Woman
Cheers Thanks / Good-bye
China Friend
Chips Look out
Chop Moron
Cotch Vomit
Classic Awesome / excellent
Connection Person
Crash Sleep
Chunder - puke/vomit
Dagga Marijuana
Dof Dumb
Deck Punch
Dodgy Suspiscious
Duck Leave
Doss Sleep
Dummy Pacifier
Eina! Ouch
Eish! Exclamation / confessing confusion
Fong-Kong Fake
Full on Absolutely
Gafoefel To fidget with / To fool around with
Gatvol Fed Up
Goofed Stoned
Graft Hard work
Granadilla Passion Fruit
Hectic Extreme
Hone Stink
Hooter Car horn
hose Laugh
howzit! Hi!
Izzit / Is it? Oh really?!
Jislaaik Holy Crap!
Jol Party
Juice Petrol
Just now Later
Kak crap
Kief Cool/awesome
Koki Permanent marker
Kombi Minibus / Small van
Koppie Small hill / small persons head
Kreepy / Kreepy Krawly Pool skimmer
Kwaai Cool
Laaitie Child
Lank A lot
Lappie Cloth
Larny Fancy
Lekker Cool/awesome
Location Informal settlement
Lus Craving
Matric Final year of high school
Metro Traffic officers
Mielie Corn
Mif Disgusting / upset
Mission Awesome / Difficult
Moffie Homosexual
Muti Medicine
Mal Crazy
Naartjie Tangerine
Nappy Diaper
Nι? hey?
Now now Soon
Oke Person
Ola Hi!
Pavement Sidewalk
Phuza To drink
Piss-cat Heavy drinker
Plakkies Flip-flops
Pomp To have sex
Pozzie House
Pull in! Come around!
Robot Traffic light
Rock up Arrive
Rods Underwear
Scale To steal / To jump over
Sharp Fine/ intelligent
Shot Thanks
Shweet Cool/awesome
Sif Disgusting
Skat Term of affection.
Skedonk Battered old car
Skinner Gossip
Skollie Riff-raff
Skop en donna Fighting
Skyf Cigarette
S.M.S. Text Message
Smaak To like/love
Snollie Snot
Sosatie Kebab on a stick
Space Case Pencil Bag
Squatter camp Informal settlement
Squif Skew
Sucker Lollipop
Swak Bad
Swimming Costume Bathing Suit
Spliff Joint
Takkies Sneakers
Taxi Minibus
jommie Friend
Tomato Sauce Ketchup
Toppie Old person
Torch Flashlight
Trek Walk
Tune Im telling you
Veld Wilderness
Vienna Hotdog sausages
Vrot Stale
Vetkoek deep fried bread dough
Yebo Yes
Yoh! Expression of amazement
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No, JZ did not rape, he didnt take kickbacks, he didnt get his rival thrown out off office, he didnt change the law to accommodate his court case.
Those are all false accusations...
What can you do... ::)
???
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JZ = Jacob Zuma our new prez.
Africa is a tough country.
Pre 94
(http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee279/Blindeman/Sa4.jpg)
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Fong-Kong Fake
:D
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Nope, no fake. Hugh uproar
about the unjustice, they found
the guy and apparently the dude
on the back had to hold a gas cylinder.
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I love the fact the New Zealand team qualified for SA...what with their team named called the "All Whites". Wonder how that's going to fly.
At least their supporters are evening it out by wearing t-shirts with, "White is the new black". :P
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I love the fact the New Zealand team qualified for SA...what with their team named called the "All Whites". Wonder how that's going to fly.
At least their supporters are evening it out by wearing t-shirts with, "White is the new black". :P
Yeah I've always found that weird - their rugby team play in all-black, but their football team plays in all-white - why is that? The flag of their country is red, white, and blue so I don't get it. ???
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BigJ, I think it's because their sporting badge is a white fern on a black background....
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post 94:
"...Mining Magnate Patrice Motsepe is one of the wealthiest people in the world. In fact, Patrice is the first black billionaire in
South Africa. With a net worth of $2.4 billion, Patrice is $0.1 billion short to match talk show queen, Oprah Winfreys $2.5 billion fortune. Patrice ranks in at number 503 in the Worlds Billionaire List released by Forbes Magazine on the 03rd March 2008..."
(http://www.witness.co.za/portal/newwit/UserFiles/SysDocs/bb_content/4839/p1-motsepe.jpg)
(http://blogs.dispatch.co.za/dispatchnow/files/2008/12/pooruse2.jpg)
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No, that was South... ;)
No, look again. They're both going:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2010_FIFA_World_Cup#List_of_qualified_teams (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2010_FIFA_World_Cup#List_of_qualified_teams)
AFC (4)
* Australia
* Japan
* Korea DPR
* Korea Republic
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BigJ, I think it's because their sporting badge is a white fern on a black background....
Yeah. It's similar to Australia's sporting teams. Green and gold instead of red, white and blue.
Hope the Aussies can pull one out of the bag and qualify second to play England in the second round. That would be epic!
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Yeah I've always found that weird - their rugby team play in all-black, but their football team plays in all-white - why is that? The flag of their country is red, white, and blue so I don't get it. ???
Dates back 100 years ago when our rugby team wore an "all black" uniform on a tour of England and a legacy was born.
Basically every other sports team in nz plays off the name of the All Blacks:
Soccer - All Whites
Basketball - Tall Blacks
Hockey - Black Sticks
Cricket - Black Caps
Badminton - Black Cox :-X
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No, look again. They're both going:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2010_FIFA_World_Cup#List_of_qualified_teams (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2010_FIFA_World_Cup#List_of_qualified_teams)
AFC (4)
* Australia
* Japan
* Korea DPR
* Korea Republic
I know they both qualified. Portugal has the North, and Argentina South korea this time.
I meant that was the South in 2002 that proved to be a banana skin for Italy and Spain, as well as Portugal.