(South Africa, slang) The grey rhebok or Vaal rhebok, a species of antelope endemic to South Africa.
(South Africa, slang) The grey rhebok or Vaal rhebok, a species of antelope endemic to South Africa.
I went down to the beach front, of course, for that was the first thing that all Vaalies did: to look at the sea and to check the talent on the beach.
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A South African term for the tope shark, a medium-sized shark found in southern African coastal waters. The word comes from Afrikaans, literally meaning grey shark, and is used among South African fishermen and in marine biology contexts in the region.
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South African name for the impala — one of the most iconic and abundant antelope species on the African savanna. The word comes from Afrikaans and literally means 'red buck,' referring to the animal's warm reddish-brown coat. Impala are famous for their incredible agility and can leap over 3 metres high and 10 metres in distance. In South Africa, 'rooibok' is the everyday local name used by hunters, game rangers, and wildlife enthusiasts rather than the formal 'impala.'
(South Africa, slang) A tourist from inland.
I went down to the beach front, of course, for that was the first thing that all Vaalies did: to look at the sea and to check the talent on the beach.
Vaalie means: A tourist from inland.. It is mainly South African English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.
Vaalie means: A tourist from inland.. Register: very informal, slang. Suitable only for casual conversation, chat and social media. Do not use in business, academic or news writing. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself.
(South Africa) The impala.