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sheng [verb]

Zubaa Mtaani

Maana (Definition)

To be unobservant or stand idle in street environments where alertness is required.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

loaf around the hood / caught sleeping

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

zubaa mtaani

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

"Usizubae mtaani au utapoteza simu yako."

Translation: Don't loaf around caught sleeping in the hood or you'll lose your phone.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Zembea
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