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coastal [noun]

Chakacha ya pwani

Maana (Definition)

A fast-paced traditional coastal Swahili dance featuring waist movement and drums.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional coastal hips-swaying dance

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ngoma ya chakacha

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

"Wanawake walicheza chakacha ya pwani kwenye harusi."

Translation: Women danced the traditional coastal chakacha at the wedding.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
NgomaniUtamaduni
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