South African

American  

adjective

1. of southern Africa.

2. of the Republic of South Africa.

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of the Republic of South Africa, especially one of European descent.

South African British  

adjective

1. of or relating to the Republic of South Africa, its inhabitants, or any of their languages

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of the Republic of South Africa

Example Sentences

"All affected individuals have been declared undesirable persons and are consequently prohibited from re-entering South Africa for a period of five years," the South African government said in a statement Thursday.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

There was no doubt the South African had denied his opponent a clear goalscoring opportunity.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

For games, the kitchen is entertaining the possibility of hosting a braai, a traditional South African barbecue hang.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The team’s main weakness lies in finishing, as Lyle Foster is their only striker, and if he doesn’t perform well, the South African side will suffer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The South African government had powerful allies in Great Britain and the United States who were content to maintain the status quo.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela