swahili [noun]

Bakashea

Maana (Definition)

An embroidered ceremonial outer cape worn over kanzu by dignitaries.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

embroidered coastal outer cloak / ceremonial cape

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

joho la nakshi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Heritage

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mjumbe alivaa bakashea ya hariri kwenye sherehe za taifa."

Translation: The envoy wore an embroidered ceremonial cape at national celebrations.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Vua Joho Nguo