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sheng [noun]

Babaye

Maana (Definition)

A street slang term of respect for an influential leader or top boss.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

big boss / respected neighborhood figure

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

babaye

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

"Babaye wa mtaa amefika kusaidia vijana."

Translation: The neighborhood big boss has arrived to help the youth.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
SonkoAsiyesikia la mkuu huvunjika guu
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