kipunjo

How to say it

Meaning

the practice of cheating someone by giving less than the correct weight or amount; also, a sly or deceitful manner.

Good to know

Associated with dishonest trading; 'cheka kipunjo' means to laugh slyly.

Examples

• Muuzaji alimpa mteja kipunjo cha sukari.The seller gave the customer short-weighted sugar.
• Alicheka kipunjo alipoona mpango wake umefaulu.He laughed slyly when he saw his scheme had worked.
• Wafanyabiashara wanaofanya kipunjo hukamatwa na askari.Traders who cheat on weight get arrested by the police.
• Usinifanyie kipunjo, nimelipa bei kamili.Don't cheat me on the weight, I've paid the full price.