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coastal [noun]

Afkani

Maana (Definition)

A meditative or contemplative trance in coastal Sufi tradition.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

deep contemplation / spiritual trance

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

utulivu mkuu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic 'afkar'
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alikaa kwenye afkani akiwaza kuhusu maisha."

Translation: He sat in deep contemplation thinking about life.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Tafakari kwa kinaWazo
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