coastal [noun]

Jambia

Maana (Definition)

A traditional double-edged curved dagger with an engraved silver sheath worn by Swahili men.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ornate silver curved dagger

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jambia

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic janbiya

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mzee alivaa jambia kiunoni wakati wa sherehe za harusi."

Translation: The elder wore an ornate silver dagger at his waist during wedding festivities.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

kisu Jambia