coastal [noun]

Dalia

Maana (Definition)

A fragrant yellow paste made from ground sandalwood and herbal spices used for traditional Swahili bridal cosmetic adornment.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sandalwood bridal cosmetic paste

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dalia

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Bibi arusi alipakwa dalia mwilini kabla ya siku ya harusi."

Translation: The bride was adorned with sandalwood cosmetic paste before the wedding day.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Chetezo cha marashi Urembo Chikichi la mafuta