There are many hilarious words Kenyans are using either on social media or even in our day to day lives that you can’t avoid laughing at.
Our politicians too use some of these words when addressing their supporters and they all sound awesome.
The funny bit is some people are using some of these phrases even without knowing their meaning.
Here are some of the hilarious phrases Kenyans use and their actual meaning.
Bora uhai
The Kenyan phrase is basically coined to explain the problems that common ‘Mwananchi’ undergoes under the turbulent economic conditions. It is translated to mean, ‘better am alive’.
Utajua hujui
Loosely translated to mean ‘You will soon know that you don’t know’, the term was first used by a Facebook user by the name Hessy wa Kayole, who is widely believed to be an undercover police officer.
Utaambia watu nini?
The phrase was popularized by Real househelps of Kawangware actor, Dj Shiti a phrase he would use on his colleagues anytime they were facing predicaments.
Pambana na hali yako
This means ‘deal with your situation’. It is used when a person does not want you to lump them together in your bad situation.
Acha niende hivi nakam
This comes in handy when something leaves one speechless or is too petty to warrant a comment. Basically used when one doesn’t want to comment on an issue or when they are about to go for a while.
Niko ma bablas
Hangover, origin from people who chew miraa. It applies for both people who drink alcohol and chew miraa.
Form ni gani
What’s the plan? Mainly used over the weekends and holidays to set up meetings with friends.
Ita madem niko na mzinga
When has a plan for the night and no girls. The individual might have food,drinks but no company so tells a friend to bring company to join them.