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coastal [noun]

Izazi

Maana (Definition)

Direct ancestral lineage and family pedigree preserved through coastal oral history.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ancestral lineage / heritage bloodline

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

lineage

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

"Izazi yao inatoka katika mji wa kale wa Lamu."

Translation: Their ancestral lineage originates from the ancient town of Lamu.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
NasabaUkoo wa Samba
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