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sheng [verb]

Feli mtihani

Maana (Definition)

To perform poorly on a test or mishandle a major life chance.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

fail an exam / blow an opportunity

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

feli mtihani

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

"Hakuna anayetaka kufeli mtihani baada ya kusoma sana."

Translation: No one wants to fail an exam after studying hard.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Anguka nayoKuharibu mambo
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