coastal [verb]

Hambaza

Maana (Definition)

To shower a person with exaggerated praise to gain favors or monetary benefit.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

to flatter excessively / play to someone's ego

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kupaka mafuta

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bajuni / Swahili Coast

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alianzisha kumhambaza tajiri ili apewe mkopo."

Translation: He started flattering the rich man excessively so he could get a loan.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

jipendekeza Paka mafuta kwa mgongo wa chupa