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coastal [verb]

Ghagha

Maana (Definition)

To toss restlessly on bed due to illness, worry, or pain.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

restless tossing / writhe in discomfort

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

hangaika

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

"Mgonjwa alighagha kitandani usiku kucha."

Translation: The patient tossed restlessly in bed all night.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
hangaikaChapa iliyogeuka
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