Caitlyn & Darragh

February 22–25, 2024 • Cape Town, South Africa

Caitlyn & Darragh

February 22–25, 2024 • Cape Town, South Africa

A Conversationalist's Guide

We want to celebrate the rich tapestry of language that reflects the diversity and spirit of our guests. Feel free to sprinkle these expressions into your conversations with one another during our celebrations.

Local is Lekker

South Africa's local lingo is a small window into the heart and soul of its rainbow nation. So go on, have a lekker time and don't be shy to share a "Howzit?" or two!

Howzit?! A friendly way to say "Hello" or "How are you?"


Braai: An essential South African tradition, it refers to a barbecue or outdoor grill event, usually involving socializing and delicious grilled food. But never (!) equate it to just a barbecue.


Lekker: A versatile word used to describe something that's enjoyable, great, or tasty.


Eish: An exclamation of surprise, disbelief, or resignation.


Just Now and Now Now: A vague sense of time, usually implying a short period but not necessarily immediately. For example, "apologies for the delay everybody, but the bride will be here now now!"


Robots: Traffic lights.


Jol: To party, have a good time, or enjoy a social event.


Ag Shame!: "Ag" is an expression of sympathy, similar to "oh" or "aw." "Shame" is used to show empathy or compassion, often in response to something cute.


Eina!: Ouch! An exclamation of pain or discomfort.


My Bru/China: Informal terms of address for a friend or acquaintance. "Bru" is short for "brother," and "china" is derived from "china plate," rhyming slang for "mate."

Embrace the Irish Charm

Ireland, with its rich history, captivating landscapes, and warm-hearted people, boasts a language all its own. Sprinkle a little bit of Irish magic into your conversations during the celebrations. May the spirit of Ireland and the warmth of our union make your experience truly unforgettable.


Sláinte: A traditional Irish toast, wishing good health and cheers. Pronounced "slawn-cha."


Craic: Often used to ask "What's the craic?" meaning "What's happening?" There are, in fact, six levels of craic which can be studied here.


Feck: A milder version of a certain four-letter word, often used to express surprise, annoyance, or emphasis.


Grand: Good or fine. A versatile word often used to describe things to a varying degree of positivity. There have been many times when Caitlyn has misunderstood what Darragh meant when he has come home from playing golf to describe his performance as "grand".


Eejit: A playful term for someone who's being a bit silly or foolish.


Ye: A colloquial way of addressing a group of people, similar to "you all" or "you guys."


Yer'man: Used to refer to a particular man in a group of people.


Yer'wan: Used to refer to a particular woman in a group of people.