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sheng [noun]

Dem

Maana (Definition)

Urban Sheng slang referring to a girl, young woman, or romantic partner.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

girl / young woman / girlfriend

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dem / demu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): English loanword ('dame') via Nairobi Sheng
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Dem yule anafanya kazi kwenye benki ya mtaani."

Translation: That girl works at the local neighborhood bank.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
DemuMsichana wa kaziKidosho
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