coastal [noun]

Dohari

Maana (Definition)

A maritime chart or navigational map used by Swahili captains sailing the Indian Ocean.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

nautical chart / sea navigation blueprint

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dohari

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic / Swahili Maritime

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Nahodha alichunguza dohari kabla ya kuanza safari."

Translation: The captain studied the nautical chart before setting sail.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Ramani Dira