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sheng [noun]

Laki moja na elfu

Maana (Definition)

Street phrase referring to a significant sum of money collected or targeted for a deal.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

substantial cash sum / grand bundle

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

laki na mbao

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

"Walikusanya laki moja na elfu kwa ajili ya kufanya mradi."

Translation: They collected a substantial cash sum to execute the project.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
pesa nyingi
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