coastal [noun]

Baghala ya mashua

Maana (Definition)

A sturdy medium-sized Swahili dhow used to transport agricultural produce between coastal islands.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal cargo dhow / coastal trading boat

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jahazi dogo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Baghala ya mashua ilileta nazi kutoka Pemba."

Translation: The coastal cargo dhow brought coconuts from Pemba.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Jahazi Mashua