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coastal [noun]

Kiumpwani

Maana (Definition)

The refined, customary lifestyle, language, and artistic tradition of Swahili coastal towns.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal heritage style / Swahili maritime tradition

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

coastal way

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Kimvita / Coastal Swahili
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Walipika chakula hicho kwa mtindo wa kiumpwani."

Translation: They cooked that meal in the authentic coastal heritage style.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
swahili coast style
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