Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jafa

Noun

/ˈdʒɑːfə/

Definition

A term used in New Zealand to refer to a person of European descent who is perceived as pretentious or arrogant.

Examples

Some locals think he’s a jafa because he only visits during the summer.
Her jafa attitude made it hard for her to connect with the community.
He moved to the city and quickly became known as a jafa among the people in his new neighborhood.

Meaning

Often used in a derogatory context, ‘jafa’ can imply someone who is out of touch with local culture or who considers themselves superior to others based on their background or social status.