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coastal [noun]

Arshia

Maana (Definition)

A lushly decorated fabric bower or raised canopy prepared for coastal brides.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

wedding canopy / ceremonial bower

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kiti cha harusi

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

"Bi harusi aliketi chini ya arshia nzuri."

Translation: The bride sat beneath a beautiful wedding canopy.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Paziakibanda
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