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Sarmie
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(South African) a sandwich
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
singular
not gender specific
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.
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