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coastal [noun]

Chahabu

Maana (Definition)

Intense atmospheric heat and brilliant sun glare occurring during monsoon turnarounds.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

scorching coastal heatwave / solar glare

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jua kali la pwani

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

"Watu walikaa kivulini kuhepa chahabu ya mchana."

Translation: People stayed in the shade to avoid the noon heatwave.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Jua kaliOnja joto ya mawe
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