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coastal [noun]

Charo

Maana (Definition)

A traditional long-distance trading journey across coastal hinterlands.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

caravan journey / long coastal expedition

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

safari ndefu

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

"Wafanyabiashara waliofanya charo walirudi na bidhaa."

Translation: Merchants who undertook the caravan journey returned with goods.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Safarimsafara
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