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sheng [verb]

Fiango

Maana (Definition)

Sheng street verb meaning to bolt, scatter, or run away fast from trouble.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

scramble away rapidly / flee quickly

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kufiango / kutoroka mbio

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

"Mwizi alifiango mbio alipowasikia polisi wakikuja."

Translation: The thief scrambled away rapidly when he heard the police coming.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kimbiatorokaSepa
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