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coastal [noun]

Iniga

Maana (Definition)

A polished marine shell craft worn as an ornamental charm or pendant.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal shell ornament / sea shell pendant

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

iniga

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

"Msichana alivaa iniga shingoni kama pambo la baharini."

Translation: The girl wore a coastal shell ornament around her neck as marine jewelry.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
pambo la bahari
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