swahili [noun]

Kamba

Maana (Definition)

Rope; also used metaphorically for insider connections or pulling strings.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

rope / insider connection

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kamba

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Ana kamba zake serikalini ndio maana alipata kazi."

Translation: He has insider connections in government that's why he got the job.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Usuhuba wa dhati