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sheng [noun]

Riyo

Maana (Definition)

Awareness of potential threats behind one's back when walking through dangerous estate alleys.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

rearview vision / street awareness

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

riyo

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

"Weka riyo mtaani usije ukanyang'anywa simu."

Translation: Keep street awareness behind you in the hood lest your phone be snatched.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Tahadhari ni kingaRadaMacho
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