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coastal [noun]

Chano

Maana (Definition)

A wide round wooden serving tray traditionally used for communal feast meals on the coast.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

carved wooden food platter

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chano

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

"Pilau ilipakuliwa kwenye chano kubwa."

Translation: The pilau rice was served on a large wooden platter.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Sahani ya shabachombo cha kulia
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