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sheng [noun]

Nishai

Maana (Definition)

Sheng term for an embarrassing blunder or awkward public humiliation.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

public embarrassment / shame / disgrace

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nishai

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

"Ilikiwa nishai kubwa alipoanguka mbele ya watu."

Translation: It was a big public embarrassment when he fell in front of people.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
AibuZika mzozo
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