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sheng [noun]

Zawa la mtaa

Maana (Definition)

Recognition or informal prize given to a prominent community member

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

hood award / local honor

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

zawa mtaa

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

"Mchezaji huyo alipata zawa la mtaa baada ya kufunga bao"

Translation: That player received a hood award after scoring a goal

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
zawadi mtaa
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