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sheng [noun]

Genye ya ngoma

Maana (Definition)

Sheng street slang for an irresistible wave of excitement triggered by heavy bass or drum rhythms.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

intense urge to dance to drums

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

genye ya ngoma

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

"Vijana walipata genye ya ngoma muziki ulipovuma."

Translation: Youths felt an intense urge to dance when the drum music boomed.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Pagaa mzukaWimbi la ShaukuFuraha
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