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coastal [noun]

Bangili ya fedha

Maana (Definition)

An intricately carved solid silver wrist ornament worn by Swahili brides.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional silver bangle / coastal jewelry

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

bangili ya silver

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

"Bi harusi alivaa bangili ya fedha mkononi."

Translation: The bride wore a silver bangle on her wrist.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Chanda na petemapambo
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