coastal [noun]

Maji mafuto

Maana (Definition)

A serene, deep water marine surface free from breaking waves, ideal for dhow travel.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

calm deep-sea swell / smooth open ocean waters

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

maji mafuto

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Oceanography

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Jahazi lilisafiri kwa amani kwenye maji mafuto."

Translation: The dhow sailed peacefully on the smooth deep-sea swell.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

bahari shwari maji makuu