This is a South African slang term for a friend, acquaintance. It is used to show that you're being friendly. The word is genderless word and the person doesn't neccesarily have to be close to you. This term originally comes from Xhosa people aound Port Elizabeth. It came into popularity when it started being used by women and the LGBTQI+ community in social media, and just generally.
Choymie, where did you get your haircut?
The dress you are wearing looks so good on choymie.
Choymie, do you mind telling me where the train station is?
The dress you are wearing looks so good on choymie.
Choymie, do you mind telling me where the train station is?
by superbbroccoli March 21, 2022