coastal
[noun]
Bastian ya pwani
Maana (Definition)
A raised stone defensive bastion built on coastal forts like Fort Jesus.
Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):
coastal fort bastion / stone watchtower
Sheng / Standard Equivalent:
ngome ya Pwani
Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili via Portuguese
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):
"Askari walilinda Bastian ya pwani usiku kucha."
Translation: Soldiers guarded the coastal fort bastion all night.
Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):