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Jol
01
(South African) a party or social gathering
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
jols
What does "jol" mean in South African slang?
In South African slang, "jol" means a party, social gathering, or fun event, and it can also be used as a verb meaning to have fun, dance, or enjoy oneself. It is used in informal South African English, especially in casual and youth speech when describing nightlife, celebrations, or relaxed social occasions. The term comes from Afrikaans "jol," which means to have fun or celebrate, and it developed into a widely used slang word across South Africa to describe both the event itself and the act of enjoying it.
Examples
We went to a jol last night.
to jol
01
(South African) to party or have a good time
Slang
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
jol
3rd person singular
jols
Present participle
jolling
Past simple
jolled
Past participle
jolled
Examples
They jolled all weekend at the festival.
Lexical Tree
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