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sheng [verb]

Banjaa

Maana (Definition)

To converse animatedly using urban slang or engage in lively street chatter with peers.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

speak fluent street slang / banter loudly

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

banjaa

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

"Vijana walikaa kijiweni wakibanjaa kuhusu mpira."

Translation: The youths sat at the hangout bantering about football.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
BongaLeo ni leo asemaye kesho ni mwongo
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