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sheng [noun]

Deri

Maana (Definition)

Sheng slang term for one's daily job, shift, or economic hustle in the city.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

daily work shift / daily street hustle

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

deri / kazi ya siku

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

"Niko deri mpaka jioni ndio nirejee keja."

Translation: I am on shift until evening before returning home.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
HustleKibaruajob
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