coastal [noun]

Kangaga

Maana (Definition)

A tall aquatic marsh plant whose dried stalks are woven into traditional mats and baskets.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal marsh reed / weaver's sedge

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kangaga

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wanawake walikusanya kangaga bondeni ili kusuka majaa."

Translation: Women gathered marsh reeds in the valley to weave sleeping mats.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mmea Nyasi