coastal [noun]

Baisha

Maana (Definition)

Dense saltwater-resistant mangrove wood harvested for boat construction.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sturdy mangrove timber for dhow ribs

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mwangati

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mafundi walitumia baisha kuimarisha pande za jahazi."

Translation: Craftsmen used mangrove timber to reinforce the dhow sides.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Mkokoteni wa fikra Kikombao ndicho kilichomo