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coastal [noun]

Fungate la pwani

Maana (Definition)

The traditional week-long post-wedding seclusion practiced in coastal towns.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal Swahili honeymoon tradition

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

fungate la pwani

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

"Maharusi walisherehekea fungate la pwani mjini Lamu."

Translation: The newlyweds celebrated their coastal honeymoon in Lamu town.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
FungateVazi la harusi
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