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sheng [verb]

Bamba mchongo

Maana (Definition)

To successfully lock down a profitable job, deal, or opportunity.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

secure a lucrative gig / land a contract

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

pata dili

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

"Kijana alibamba mchongo wa kutengeneza tovuti."

Translation: The youth secured a lucrative gig to build a website.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
pata dilifanikiwa
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