coastal [noun]

Baraza ya wazee

Maana (Definition)

A revered gathering of respected community elders held on stone benches to resolve disputes.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

council of elders / traditional court

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

baraza la wazee

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Baraza ya wazee ilitatua mgogoro wa ardhi."

Translation: The council of elders resolved the land dispute.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

kikao Baraza