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sheng [noun]

Para

Maana (Definition)

Street slang for illegal money demanded by enforcers or corrupt officials.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

bribe cut / extortion fee / kickback

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

para

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

"Walimtaka para kabla ya kumruhusu apite."

Translation: They demanded a bribe cut from him before letting him pass.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
RushwaAkipenda chongo huita kengezaChai
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