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fenneh

verb

/ˌfɛˈnɛ/

English Definition

to become sick; to feel faint; to be in distress; to be in pain

Etymology

  • (From Akan fè (“to vomit”) and Akan nè (“to cack”).)

Examples

  • "'Tap ramp wid di dawg. If 'im bite yuh, yuh fenneh!"

    Stop teasing the dog. If he bites you, you'll be sorry!

  • "Di gyal pretty yuh fenneh."

    She's incredibly beautiful.

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