Definition & Meaning of "tackie"in English

What does "tackie" mean in South African slang?

In South African slang, "tackie" means a casual shoe or sports shoe, especially trainers or sneakers worn for everyday use or physical activity. It is used in informal South African English across age groups and social settings, commonly in conversation about clothing, sport, or comfort. The term comes from Afrikaans "takkie," which refers to a light shoe, and it developed into South African English slang with the same meaning.