Banyana Banyana
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of Banyana Banyana
C20: from Nguni banyana the girls
Example Sentences
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Hildah Magaia, appropriately nicknamed Tthe Breadwinner,” of South Africa’s squad, helped the Banyana Banyana advance out of group play, into the knockout stage, and double her bonus.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 8, 2023
A 3-2 win over Italy advanced the Banyana Banyana to the knockout stage for the first time in team history.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 4, 2023
This is only the second World Cup appearance for South Africa, but its play in the group stage has the Banyana Banyana believing they can hold their own against the Dutch.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 4, 2023
"Seeing Banyana Banyana beat Nigeria for the first time in our team's history has left us with an amazing sense of pride and confidence ahead of Sunday's final," said South Africa coach Joseph Mkhonza.
From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2012
"I am happy with the effort of the team and the different combinations we tried," said Banyana Banyana head coach Joseph Mkhonza.
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2012
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