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sheng [noun]

Tingo

Maana (Definition)

The energetic conductor assistant who calls passengers and manages matatu doors.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

matatu conductor assistant / bus tout

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tingo

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

"Tingo alipaza sauti kualika abiria wa Stage."

Translation: The bus tout called out loudly to invite passengers at the stage.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
utingokondaktamatatu
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