 | Meaning : Fast Use : Samu ako na teke! = Sam is a good sprinter/ Sam is very fast! Period: Mid 90's Related to: Human actions Synonyms: Trrr, Puthu, Unyoya, Teketeke, Nduthe, Tara, Spelling variation: - |
| Area of origin : Calif Etymology:Derived from Swahili word "teke" which means (a) kick. "Kicks" on the other hand, is a Sheng/Engsh word used to describe shoes - It's borrowed from US Hiphop via the same Ebonics description of shoes.Its use to denote speed comes from shoes being used in running. | |
Teke - (Noun) - [ teh-keh ]
 | Meaning : Shoe(s) Use : Teke za Hamfo ni poa sana = Humphrey has very good (beautiful/nice) shoes Period: Mid 90's Related to: Apparel Synonyms: Njumu, Ndula, Gwanda, , |
| Area of origin : Calif Etymology:Derived from Swahili word "teke" which means (a) kick. "Kicks" on the other hand, is a Sheng/Engsh word used to describe shoes - It's borrowed from US Hiphop via the same Ebonics description of shoes. | |
Teke - (Noun) - [ teh-keh ]
 | Meaning : Legs (Usually of a woman) Use : Suzi ana teke poa = Susan has nice/beautiful legs Period: Late 80's Related to: Human body parts Synonyms: |
| Area of origin : Calif Etymology:Derived from Swahili word "teke" which means (a) kick. "Kicks" on the other hand, is a Sheng/Engsh word used to describe shoes - It's borrowed from US Hiphop via the same Ebonics description of shoes.Its use to denote legs is taken from legs (feet) needing shoes. | |