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sheng [interjection]

Oya oya

Maana (Definition)

An energetic exclamation used on the street to rally a crowd or greet peers with excitement.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

street attention call / lively greeting to a crowd

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

oya oya

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

"Oya oya, mbogi yote ikusanyike hapa!"

Translation: Hey hey, let the whole squad assemble here!

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Salama ya nchi ni umojaRada
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