South African
Kak
Used when dismissing something as worthless or of poor quality.
Literal Meaning
Kak" → "Excrement; feces.
Actual Meaning
Rubbish
Examples in Context

That movie was so kak, I almost fell asleep!

The weather was kak during the picnic, so we cut it short.

I can't believe I lost my wallet again; this is just kak!

Helpful Tips
  • 1It's commonly used in negative situations, so pay attention to the context in which it’s said to understand the speaker's feelings.
  • 2The tone in which you say kak can change its impact; a light-hearted tone suggests joking, while a serious tone can imply frustration.
  • 3Kak is often used casually among friends, so it's typically not meant to be taken very seriously.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
nonsense
drivel
hokum
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