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
Banyana Banyana captain Thembi Kgatlana was once again a real handful and forced four fine saves from Daphne van Domselaar, Aston Villa's new goalkeeper, at Sydney Football Stadium.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 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
The Banyana Banyana picked up their first-ever point at the World Cup with a 2-2 draw against Argentina, but an opening game 2-1 loss to Sweden has them really needing their first win the tournament.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 1, 2023
The Super Falcons' chances of defending the title they won in South Africa in 2010 ended after they lost 1-0 to Banyana Banyana in the semi-final.
From BBC ● Nov. 13, 2012
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