Here are the common Kenyan phrases you should know
1.Pambana na hali yako
This literally means “deal with your situation”. It is used when a person does not want you to lump them together in your bad situation.
2. If you know you know
This is used as a caption on social media where a person does not want to described what is happening in a picture.
3. Hata sijaskia vibaya
Popularized by comedian Njugush, the phrase is used to express feelings of hurt but in a sarcastic way. While it means your feelings are unhurt, the phrase is actually used when those feelings are extremely hurt.
4. Cha muhimu ni uhai/bora uhai
This is perhaps the most popular phrase on social media currently. It loosely translates to “life is the only thing that matters”. It is used when a person is unable to achieve their targets or dreams and needs to take some comfort.
5. Utajua hujui
The phrase was popularized by the mysterious policeman calling himself Hessy wa Kayole on Facebook. He would use this to warn criminals that their days were numbered. And within a few days, the criminals would be shot dead.
6. Acha niende hivi nakam
This comes in hand when something leaves one speechless or is too petty to warrant a comment. It is used when one doesn’t want to say anything concerning the matter.
7. Niko Ma Bablas
Hangover, origin from people who chew miraa. Drunkards “stole” the phrase from them. Means the same for both groups now.
8. Form ni gani?
What’s the plan? It is used mainly over the weekends and holidays to set up meetings with friends.
9. Ita madem niko na mzinga
When one has a plan for the night and no girls. Usually, the one saying this will have drinks -and may be food- ready and wants a male friend to bring along some women.
10. Lamba lolo
Ni kulick pale pale
