coastal [noun]

Husunji

Maana (Definition)

Intricate relief carvings made from coral rag and lime plaster decorating historic coastal doorways.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

carved coral decoration / coastal lime relief work

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nakshi ya pamba

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bajuni / Swahili Architecture

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Majumba ya kale ya Lamu yana husunji za kupendeza mno."

Translation: Old houses in Lamu feature exquisite carved coral decorations.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

nakshi za kuta