coastal [noun]

Sauti ya taarabu

Maana (Definition)

The distinct poetic musical style of coastal Kenya and Zanzibar featuring orchestral strings.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

melodious coastal taarab vocal strain

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

sauti ya taarabu

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Sauti ya taarabu ilisikika vizuri kwenye sherehe ya harusi ya usiku."

Translation: The melodious taarab vocal strain sounded beautifully at the night wedding party.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

muziki Taarab Fani ya ushairi