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sheng [noun]

Taka mbaya

Maana (Definition)

Low-quality, counterfeit, or harmful goods sold deceptively on the street.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

toxic street fake goods / hazardous waste

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

taka mbaya

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

"Usinunue dawa hiyo mtaani ni taka mbaya kabisa."

Translation: Do not buy that medicine in the estate, it is toxic street fake goods.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
fakeBaniani mbaya kiatu chake dawaHatarishi
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