sheng [verb]

Opa baridi

Maana (Definition)

Sheng verb phrase meaning to become completely paralyzed or terrified by sudden danger.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

freeze in terror / become petrified by fear

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

opa baridi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Nairobi Youth Slang

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Vijana walopa baridi kundi la majambazi lilipotokea."

Translation: The youths froze in terror when a gang of robbers appeared.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

ogopa sana Fastuka