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Sarmie
01
(South African) a sandwich
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
sarmies
What does "sarmie" mean in South African slang?
In South African slang, "sarmie" means a sandwich, typically used in informal everyday speech when referring to a simple or quick meal. It is commonly used in South African English, especially in casual, home, school, or work contexts. The term developed as a shortened, colloquial form of "sandwich," influenced by Afrikaans pronunciation patterns, where words are often adapted into easier, more informal spoken forms.
Examples
I packed a sarmie for lunch.



























