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sheng [verb]

Eka shaba

Maana (Definition)

Sheng phrase meaning to open fire or deliver an aggressive ultimatum.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

shoot a gun / issue a severe warning

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

eka shaba

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

"Polisi walieka shaba juu kutawanya wezi."

Translation: Police fired bullets into the air to disperse thieves.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
piga risasiOnyo la kwanza ni fundisho
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