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coastal [noun]

Chano cha matunda

Maana (Definition)

A broad, shallow carved wooden platter used in Swahili homes to present fresh fruits.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

carved fruit platter / wooden display tray

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

sahani ya matunda

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

"Mama aliweka chano cha matunda mezani."

Translation: Mother placed a carved fruit platter on the table.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Sahani ya shabaSinia la Biriani
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