Sheng for “pay”

The most common Sheng word for pay is Salo. Others: Kulipa, Kutoa doh.

Salo SAH-loh, most common

"Salo" is Sheng for salary (also: pay). The money you are paid for work, usually at the end of the month.

  • Salo ikiingia nitakulipa.When my salary comes in I'll pay you.

Kulipa koo-LEE-pah

"Kulipa" is Sheng for to pay. To pay, for anything from a matatu fare to a bill. 'Nishalipa' means I have already paid.

  • Nishalipa nauli yangu.I've already paid my fare.

Kutoa doh koo-TOH-ah dohh

"Kutoa doh" is Sheng for to pay (also: spend money). To pay / spend money.

  • Tunaweza kutoka doh for lunch.We can pay for lunch.
What is the Sheng word for pay?

The most common Sheng word for pay is Salo. Others: Kulipa, Kutoa doh.

How do you say pay in Sheng in a sentence?

"Salo ikiingia nitakulipa." means "When my salary comes in I'll pay you."