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sheng/idiom [verb]

Tumbua sherehe

Maana (Definition)

To disrupt festivities or bring down the joyous mood of a gathering.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

spoil the party mood / act as a party pooper

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tumbua party

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

"Asitokee mtu wa kutumbua sherehe hii ya ushindi."

Translation: Let no one show up to spoil the festive mood of this victory party.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Kuharibu mambovunjia vazi
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