idiom [noun]

Jahazi la mapenzi

Maana (Definition)

A poetic metaphor comparing a romantic relationship to a dhow sailing on smooth seas.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

vessel of romance / love voyage

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jahazi la love

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Maritime Idiom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wawili hao walisafiri katika jahazi la mapenzi kwa miaka mingi."

Translation: Those two sailed in their vessel of romance for many years.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Wivu wa mapenzi