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sheng [verb]

Doba

Maana (Definition)

Sheng term meaning to remain stuck in one place for too long or get stale.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

rot / overstay in one spot / get stale

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

doba

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

"Utaedoba hapa ukisubiri gari badala ya kutembea."

Translation: You will overstay here waiting for a bus instead of walking.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
stuckkaa sana
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