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kanga

verb

LanguageBangi (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

Meaning
  1. to take, to catch
  2. to close
  3. to lock
  4. to take
Examples

Kanga lomo ya.

Close the door.

Part of speechverb

Usage noteThis verb is used both for physical grasping and for securing doors or locks.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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