Terms of use
Last updated 10 November 2026
Using the site
Shengwords is free to use. Entries are written with care and checked by an editor, and some are first drafted with AI. Sheng changes fast and differs from place to place, so treat meanings as a guide, not a ruling.
Reusing our content
Our definitions and examples are shared under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. You may copy and reuse them, even for business, if you credit "Shengwords" with a link to shengwords.co.ke. Pictures and quotes from songs, films or other works belong to their owners and are not covered by this licence.
What you send us
- When you suggest a word or record your voice, you confirm it is your own and you allow us to edit, publish and share it under the same CC BY 4.0 licence.
- Do not send anything that is hateful towards a group of people, that names or attacks a private person, or that belongs to someone else.
- We choose what to publish and may remove anything at any time.
Rude and adult words
A dictionary records how people speak, including insults and words about sex and drugs. These entries are marked. Listing a word does not mean we support its use.
Quotes from music and media
Short quotes are shown only to explain how a word is used, with credit to the creator. The views in them belong to their creators and do not reflect or represent the opinion of shengwords.co.ke. If you own a quoted work and want it removed, email [email protected] and we will take it down.
Political words
Some entries explain political slogans and nicknames. We describe how the words are used and take no side.
No warranty
The site is provided as it is. We are not liable for loss caused by relying on an entry or a translation.
Law
These terms are governed by the laws of Kenya.