Pronunciation: [blˈɛsə] (IPA) 
The word "Blesser" is spelt with a double 's' because it is derived from the verb "to bless" which has a short vowel sound before the double consonant. In IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet), the word is transcribed as /ˈblɛsər/. The first syllable has a short e sound while the second syllable has the schwa sound represented by ə. The double s in the spelling of "Blesser" indicates a hissing sound, represented in IPA as /s/.
Blesser, as a noun, is a term predominantly used in South African slang and refers to an individual, usually a financially successful and older person, who willingly provides financial support and lavish gifts to a younger, often attractive and often financially struggling person in exchange for companionship or a romantic relationship. The concept of a blesser is synonymous with the notion of a sugar daddy or sugar mama in other cultural contexts.
The term has gained prominence in recent years, particularly in South African youth culture, due to its association with the growing phenomenon of transactional relationships or "blessing relationships." In these relationships, the blesser serves as a provider and benefactor, while the person being blessed, often referred to as the "blessee," receives financial support, luxury items, and experiences that they may not have access to otherwise.
The dynamic between a blesser and a blessee is transactional in nature, as it involves an exchange of companionship, intimacy, and sometimes even sexual favors, in return for monetary and material benefits. It is important to note that the term blesser may carry some negative connotations, as it can imply that the blessee is dependent on the financial support of the blesser and may have limited agency in the relationship.
Overall, the term blesser encapsulates a specific type of relationship dynamic in South African slang, characterized by a transactional exchange of financial support, luxury gifts, and experiences, in exchange for companionship or romantic involvement.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The term "blesser" originated in South Africa and gained popularity in the late 2000s. It is derived from the English word "bless" with an additional suffix "-er" added to indicate the person or agent performing the action.
In the South African context, a "blesser" refers to an older, wealthier person who enters into a transactional relationship with a younger, often financially vulnerable individual. The "blesser" typically provides financial gifts, luxury items, or financial support in exchange for companionship, intimacy, or sexual acts.
This term gained significant attention in South Africa, particularly due to its prevalence among younger women seeking to improve their economic circumstances. The exact origins of the word are unclear, but its usage became more prominent with the rise of social media and the exposure of these relationships in the public sphere.
