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coastal [noun]

Chani

Maana (Definition)

A spiny sea creature found along coastal coral reefs.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sea urchin

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chani

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

"Tahadhari usikanyage chani baharini."

Translation: Be careful not to step on a sea urchin in the sea.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mwanikiumbe cha bahari
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