coastal [noun]

Kadia

Maana (Definition)

A calibrated wooden scoop or vessel used in coastal Swahili markets to measure grain.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional coastal grain scoop / wooden measuring bowl

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kila ya chakula

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Kimvita / Coastal Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Muuza nafaka alitumia kadia kupimia mchele."

Translation: The grain merchant used a traditional wooden scoop to measure rice.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

kipimo