sheng [noun]

Rehani ya kadi

Maana (Definition)

The practice of surrendering a government ID or debit card as collateral for informal street credit.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

pawning identity cards for informal loan

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

rehani kadi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Nairobi Street Commerce

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alipata mkopo wa dharura baada ya kuweka rehani ya kadi duka la mtaani."

Translation: He secured an emergency loan after pawning his identity card at the hood store.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Cheo ni dhamana Mkopo wa damu mshiko