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coastal [noun]

Almari ya mbao

Maana (Definition)

A classic hand-carved coastal wooden chest or wardrobe used to store valuables.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

carved wooden cabinet / coastal wardrobe

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

almari

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili via Portuguese
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Bi harusi alieka nguo kwenye almari ya mbao."

Translation: The bride stored clothes in the carved wooden cabinet.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Kabatinisanduku
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