What is the meaning of SBWL?

SBWL is a South African slang acronym from the Xhosa language, originating from the word "sabaweli" which means crave, desire, yearn or want. It is most often used for things that one cannot have.

It is said to have been created by gay men on social media who used the term to hide their desire for men.

Sabaweli, which in turn is a shorthand of “andisabaweli, andisayibaweli, etc.”, is built from the root verb “ukubawela” which means to crave, to want, to desire, to wish for, to fancy, to yearn, etc.

(Xhosa) Andisayibaweli (sabaweli/sbwl) inyama.

I’m craving meat.

(Xhosa) Andisabaweli (sabaweli/sbwl) uya eLondon.

I wish to go to London.

(Xhosa) Andisakubaweli (sabaweli/sbwl)

On its own, the meaning of sbwl depends on the context. For example, what was being talked about before one responded with sbwl. Maybe there’s a picture of a sexy guy/ girl, in which case it means you fancy that guy/girl or want to f$*k him/her.

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