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coastal [noun]

Latifa ya tabia

Maana (Definition)

The serene, polite, and refined demeanor typical of well-bred coastal Swahili etiquette.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

gentle refinement of character / coastal poise

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tabia njema

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic latifah
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Binti huyo anajulikana kwa latifa ya tabia yake."

Translation: That maiden is known for the gentle refinement of her character.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
uungwana
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