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Kazi ni kanyaga

Maana (Definition)

Street expression emphasizing continuous hard work and unyielding hustle.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

work is relentless / nonstop grinding

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kazi ni kanyaga

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

"Asubuhi hadi usiku kazi ni kanyaga ili kulipa bills."

Translation: From morning to night work is relentless to pay bills.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
hustle nonstop
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