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sheng [verb]

Ranga mtaa

Maana (Definition)

To walk rhythmically through neighborhood corners to socialize, observe activities, or maintain presence.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

patrol the hood / saunter street routes

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ranga mtaa

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

"Tulisukuma saa tukiwa tunaranga mtaa na wenzetu jioni."

Translation: We passed time sauntering through the hood with our crew in the evening.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
TangaTembeaTaa ya mtaa
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