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

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South African

The petition, submitted to The Hague-based court last week, argues the violence could amount to crimes against humanity and accuses the South African government of failing to prevent and punish those responsible.

From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged public concerns about migration but has condemned attacks against migrants, warning citizens against taking the law into their own hands.

From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026

They called on the South African authorities to act swiftly to end the violence and ensure the safety of foreign nationals.

From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026

The 64-year-old billionaire and head of African football has been repeatedly mentioned in the South African media as a potential successor to his brother-in-law, President Cyril Ramaphosa, whose second and final term ends in 2029.

From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026

More than four million workers stayed home in what was the largest political strike in South African history.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela