coastal [noun]

Akidi ya ndoa

Maana (Definition)

The legal agreement and ceremonial signing establishing a valid marriage contract in coastal tradition.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

marriage contract settlement / nuptial agreement

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nikahi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Akidi ya ndoa ilifanyika msikitini mbele ya mashahidi."

Translation: The marriage contract settlement took place at the mosque before witnesses.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Rarua mkataba nikahi