coastal [verb]

Hodhika

Maana (Definition)

To respectfully shout 'hodi' or knock at a gateway to announce arrival and await entry permission.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

to call out hodi / announce arrival at entry

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

bisha hodi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Kiamu / Coastal Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alihodhika mlangoni hadi mwenye nyumba alipomkaribisha."

Translation: He announced his arrival at the door until the host welcomed him in.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

bisha hodi