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sheng [verb]

Yelia

Maana (Definition)

To call out loudly or cheer for someone in street culture

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

shout out / cheer enthusiastically

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

yelia

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

"Mtaa mzima uliyelia msanii alipopanda jukwaani"

Translation: The whole hood cheered out loud when the artist took the stage

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
shangilia
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