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coastal [noun]

Poko poko

Maana (Definition)

Idle, noisy chatter or persistent rumor-mongering circulating in coastal quarters.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

persistent gossip / chatterbox / idle rumor-mongering

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

poko poko / umbea

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Kimvita Coastal Swahili
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Acha poko poko za mtaani na uzingatie kazi yako."

Translation: Stop idle street gossip and focus on your work.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
UmbeaManeno mengi yanaleta umbeaUvumilivu huvumisha matunda
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