coastal [noun]

Ekeruo

Maana (Definition)

A heavy swell or sudden surge of seawater driven onto the beach by offshore winds.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sudden coastal tidal surge / storm swell

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

wimbi kubwa la bahari / ekeruo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Ekeruo ilipiga pwani na kusukuma mashua hadi kando ya mchanga."

Translation: A sudden tidal surge hit the coast and pushed boats onto the beach sand.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Wimbi dhoruba ya bahari