swahili [noun]

Debeupu

Maana (Definition)

Literally an empty tin drum; metaphorically a loud person who talks big with no substance.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

empty drum / loudmouth boasting person

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

debeupu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili compound

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Huyo jamaa ni debeupu tu na hana busara."

Translation: That guy is just an empty tin drum with no wisdom.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

ropokaji mpayukaji