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sheng [verb]

Jiongeze mwanangu

Maana (Definition)

Popular Sheng advice urging a youth to be proactive, think quickly, and solve problems.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

use your initiative / act smartly young person

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jiongeze

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

"Usisubiri kuambiwa kila kitu, jiongeze mwanangu."

Translation: Do not wait to be told everything, use your initiative young person.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
tumia akili
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