The Fun of Cultural Learning in Intercultural Marriages
Marriages between people of different cultures, including interracial unions, often bring opportunities to learn about each other’s traditions, cuisine, and language—right down to the slang. A TikTok user, @the_sityanas, recently shared a lighthearted moment between them and their spouse, proving that love can bridge language barriers in the most amusing ways.
Why Is an R10 Note Called a Tiger?
In the viral clip, the wife holds up an R10 note and playfully questions her husband about why he calls it a “tiger” when it clearly features a rhino. Amused, the husband insists that it is, in fact, a tiger, leaving his wife both confused and curious. When he refuses to explain further, she turns to their TikTok followers for answers, sparking a hilarious debate online.
@the_sityanas I need an explanation please 😭 #fyp #tiktoksouthafrica #tiger #relationship #group #money #xybca #funny #couple #foryoupage #romantic #chat #explore #viral_video #help #humor #you ♬ original sound – The_Sityanas ♥️
SA Reacts to Money Slang
The video quickly went viral, amassing 1.7 million views, 107K likes, and over 4K comments from social media users entertained by the couple’s playful exchange. Many explained that older R10 notes did feature a tiger before being replaced with the rhino, while others noted that “tiger” is simply kasi slang. Some even shared that in Pretoria, R10 is commonly called a “jacket.”
Here’s how social media users reacted:
@SOX🇿🇦: “In Pretoria, they call it a jacket.”
@Gatshenn: “You’ll never understand the logic. Welcome to our culture and traditions.”
@Sebenzile Mabayi: “R10 had a tiger before the rhino 😂😂.”
@Waiks93: “I remember a guy who went to buy cow intestines and told the auntie, ‘Nozala, ndicela amathumb’ etiger’ (Can I get R10 worth of tripe?).”
@Musa Bennert: “We call it a tiger because it’s a small amount that moves quickly from hand to hand.”
@dl014tshehla: “My sister, it’s a tiger—the same way we call Aquafresh ‘Colgate’!”
This fun cultural exchange highlights how slang evolves and how everyday language reflects deeper cultural roots.
Source: Briefly News