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sheng [verb]

Kanyaga chini

Maana (Definition)

Street phrase advising someone to cool off, lower aggressive energy, or slow down.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

calm down / step back / take it easy

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kanyaga chini

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

"Kanyaga chini bro, hakuna haja ya kupigana."

Translation: Calm down bro, there is no need to fight.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Tulia kama maji ya mtungipozha
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