coastal [noun]

Dakisari

Maana (Definition)

The raised elevated quarterdeck at the stern of traditional ocean-going Swahili sailing craft.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

dhow stern quarterdeck

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dakisari

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Maritime

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Nahodha alisimama kwenye dakisari akiongoza chombo baharini."

Translation: The captain stood on the stern quarterdeck guiding the vessel through the sea.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

staha nyuma ya jahazi Chombo cha tanga