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

The South African gold miner said Thursday that since the conflict in the Middle East started, its diesel costs have increased by between 30% and 70% while liquefied-natural-gas prices are up by around 30%.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Goliath sued in South African court to be reinstated but lost—and is now showing her video installation at the Church of San Antonio.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

The South African authorities had asked the airline to notify the passengers that they must contact the health department, a representative, Karin Murray, told AFP.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

In addition to the three deaths, a fourth passenger was evacuated to a South African hospital and was in intensive care, and two crew members fell ill.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

He opened South African beaches to people of all colors, and stated that the Reservation of Separate Amenities Act would soon be repealed.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela