coastal [noun]

Dohari ya nyota

Maana (Definition)

Traditional celestial mapping system used by Swahili dhow captains to navigate night waters.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

maritime astrological chart for ocean navigation

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dohari ya nyota

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Nahodha alitumia dohari ya nyota kuongoza jahazi usiku."

Translation: The captain used the celestial navigation chart to guide the dhow at night.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Ramani Dira