coastal [noun]

Dakuu ya Pwani

Maana (Definition)

A grand celebratory feast served during major Swahili cultural events like Maulidi or weddings in Lamu.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

grand coastal festival feast

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dakuu

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Watu walikusanyika kula dakuu ya Pwani iliyoandaliwa mtaani."

Translation: People gathered to partake in the grand coastal festival feast prepared in the neighborhood.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Karamu Sherehe