swahili [noun]

Gati la upakiaji

Maana (Definition)

A raised quay or wharf structure where vessels berth to load and unload cargo shipments.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

harbor loading dock / shipping pier

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

gati / berth ya meli

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Nautical / Trade Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Majahazi yalitua kwenye gati la upakiaji ili kupakua viungo."

Translation: Dhows berthed at the loading dock to unload spices.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Zingatia Bandari quay