coastal [noun]

Idawa ya mahaba

Maana (Definition)

A traditional herbal preparation or charm believed to induce romantic attraction.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

love potion / traditional charm for affection

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dawa ya mapenzi

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alitafuta idawa ya mahaba ili kurudisha mpenzi wake."

Translation: He sought a traditional love potion to win back his lover.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

dawa ya Mapenzi