coastal [noun]

Gubeti la jahazi

Maana (Definition)

The curved, decorative wooden prow figurehead at the front of Swahili sailing ships.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ornate stem-head of dhow

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

gubeti

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Maritime

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Gubeti la jahazi lilichongwa kwa ustadi na nakshi za kale."

Translation: The dhow's stem-head was expertly carved with ancient patterns.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mbele ya jahazi