coastal [noun]

Kabu la mashua

Maana (Definition)

The small sheltered deck compartment at the bow of traditional coastal sailing craft.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

forward dhow cuddy / small bow cabin

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kabu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Kimvita Maritime

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mabaharia walihifadhi chakula ndani ya kabu la mashua."

Translation: Sailors stored food inside the forward dhow cabin.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

chumba cha mashua