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sheng [noun]

Ahadi hewa

Maana (Definition)

A promise made without any intention or capability of fulfillment.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

unfulfilled promise / empty pledge

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

stori za jaba

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Nairobi Street Slang
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Sitatengeneza dili naye maana anatoa ahadi hewa tu."

Translation: I won't do business with him because he only gives empty promises.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Gubeti la uongozistori za bure
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