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sheng [noun]

Katakata

Maana (Definition)

Slang name for a long-bladed machete used in gardening or street altercations.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

machete / panga blade

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

katakata

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

"Alitumia katakata kupunguza matawi ya mti."

Translation: He used a machete to trim the tree branches.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Panga
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