Sheng for “close friend”

The most common Sheng word for close friend is Beste. Others: Mshikaji.

Beste BEH-steh, most common

"Beste" is Sheng for best friend (also: close friend). A very close friend.

  • Huyu ni beste yangu tangu primo.This is my best friend since primary school.

Mshikaji m-shee-KAH-jee

"Mshikaji" is Sheng for close friend (also: partner). A trusted friend. It can also mean a boyfriend or girlfriend.

  • Mshikaji wangu alinisaidia kuhama.My buddy helped me move house.
What is the Sheng word for close friend?

The most common Sheng word for close friend is Beste. Others: Mshikaji.

How do you say close friend in Sheng in a sentence?

"Huyu ni beste yangu tangu primo." means "This is my best friend since primary school."