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coastal [noun]

Ayama

Maana (Definition)

A formal public announcement delivered verbally by town criers in coastal settlements.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

public herald announcement / proclamation

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tangazo

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

"Kijana alipiga ayama sokoni alfajiri."

Translation: The young man delivered a public herald announcement at the market at dawn.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Bango la tangazoUkumbusho
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