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coastal [noun]

Chandra

Maana (Definition)

The brilliant reflection of a full moon upon calm coastal waters.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

full moon illumination over ocean

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mwezi mwangaza

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

"Chandra ilimulika bahari yote usiku wa manane."

Translation: Full moon illumination lit up the whole sea at midnight.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
MweziNuru
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