Definition & Meaning of "laanie"in English

What does "laanie" mean in South African slang?

In South African slang, "laanie" refers to a smart, well-off, or stylish person, often someone perceived as affluent, polished, or slightly posh. It is used in informal South African English, sometimes neutrally but often with a teasing or mildly mocking tone depending on context. The term comes from Afrikaans "lani" or "laanie," originally meaning "boss" or "sir," which was used by workers addressing employers, and it later broadened in slang to describe someone who appears wealthy, refined, or out of touch with ordinary life.