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coastal [noun]

Digo ya Pwani

Maana (Definition)

A traditional therapeutic ritual and dance performance among the Digo community to heal bodily ailments.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional Digo coastal healing dance

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

digo ya Pwani

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

"Wazee walicheza digo ya Pwani kuombea afya njema."

Translation: Elders performed the Digo healing dance to pray for good health.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
NgomaniTibaUtamaduni
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