coastal [noun]

Lishizani

Maana (Definition)

A traditional beacon positioned at harbor mouths to guide dhows at night.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal maritime beacon / harbor guidance light

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

beacon

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Kimvita Maritime

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mabaharia waliona lishizani na kujua wamefika bandarini."

Translation: Sailors saw the harbor guidance beacon and knew they had arrived at port.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

taa ya bahari Dira