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coastal [verb]

Ema

Maana (Definition)

To rest one's weight or lean against a pillar or wall.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

lean against / rest against a wall

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ema

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

"Alieletwa akema ukutani baada ya safari ndefu."

Translation: He leaned against the wall after the long trip.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
egamaNaye ategemeaye cha nduguye hufa masikini
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