Sheng is a slang version of Kiswahili language that is widely spoken in Eastern Africa.
Sheng is widely used in Kenya especially in urban centres. However, the origin of sheng can be attributed to a certain group wanting to create their own secret way of communicating ,
In Nairobi, sheng again is widely spread through the famous Gengetone music genre.
Here are some of the latest words you should know of as of January 2021.
- Kubanja- To speak
- Unanauwo- You understand
- Kuamocho – to drink alcohol
- Kamehuha- Critical situation
- Mbogi – group of guys with similar interests
- Nguki- nickname for Mungiki group
- Pikini- child
- Lalez- Girlfriend
- Kidakto – High school
- Kimbokta – long time ago
- Mbotu – Stomach
- Bazenga – Father
- Rotejo – Roundabout
- Roe – Road
- Kuchai- To steal
- Kusele – To celebrate
- Muzukin- Cousin
