Pronunciation: [stˈɒmpa͡ɪ] (IPA) 
The word "stompie" is spelled with six letters and is pronounced as /ˈstɒmpiː/. The first syllable "stomp" is pronounced with a stress on the "o" sound like "stahmp." It is followed by the "ie" which is pronounced as a long "ee" sound. "Stompie" is often used as a term for the stub of a cigarette or other small item that is left after use. However, this word can also be used to describe the action of stomping on something repeatedly.
Stompie refers to a South African colloquial term primarily used in the context of smoking. This word is commonly used to describe the remains of a cigarette or tobacco product that has been smoked and discarded. Specifically, it refers to the butt end or the residual portion of a cigarette that is left after the smoking process is completed.
The term "stompie" has gained popularity in South Africa and is often used in informal settings or among friends. It is derived from the Afrikaans word "stomp," meaning "stump" or "stub." When a person finishes smoking a cigarette, the remaining stump or stub is what is referred to as a "stompie."
This term is often used to denote the discarded but still potentially useful remnants of a cigarette that can be relit by someone else, often due to a scarcity of smoking materials. In some instances, it may also refer to the act of someone picking up and smoking a discarded stompie. This use of the term is especially prevalent among individuals facing financial constraints or those who are unable to afford a full cigarette.
In conclusion, stompie is a South African slang term that denotes the remaining stub of a cigarette or tobacco product left after smoking. Its usage often pertains to the act of relighting these stompies or picking up discarded stompies due to scarcity or financial constraints.
The word "stompie" is believed to have originated in South Africa, specifically from the Afrikaans language. It is a diminutive form of the Afrikaans word "stomp", which means "stub" or "stump". The term "stompie" is commonly used in South African English to refer to a partially smoked cigarette or cigar stub that is discarded before it is completely finished.
