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sheng [noun]

Jaba

Maana (Definition)

Slang term for chewing khat leaves during leisure hours.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

khat / stimulant leaves

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jaba

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Sheng / Somali
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wababu wanajibamba na jaba jioni."

Translation: The youth are relaxing with khat in the evening.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Veve
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