coastal [noun]

Bibiye wa nyumba

Maana (Definition)

The chief woman administering household affairs and hospitality in Swahili homes.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

house matriarch / respected lady of the home

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mama wa nyumba

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Bibiye wa nyumba alikaribisha wageni kwa bashasha."

Translation: The house matriarch welcomed guests with joy.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Mama Hodi hodi haingii mwenyeji