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sheng [noun]

Kaka wa mtaa

Maana (Definition)

A respected older youth in a neighborhood who guides and protects younger peers.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

neighborhood big brother / street mentor

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kaka wa mtaa

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

"Kaka wa mtaa aliwasuluhisha vijana waliokuwa wakipigana."

Translation: The neighborhood big brother reconciled the youths who were fighting.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mshauri
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