coastal [noun]

Halifa

Maana (Definition)

The designated chief deputy or successor to a dhow captain responsible for navigation assistance.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

maritime captain successor / dhow second-in-command

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

halifa

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic khalifah

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Halifa alichukua usukani nahodha alipopumzika."

Translation: The captain's successor took the helm when the captain rested.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

naibu kiongozi