coastal [noun]

Mfayo

Maana (Definition)

A large flat wooden spoon crafted specifically for stirring coconut curries and cassava ugali.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional carved wooden stirring paddle

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mfayo

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mpishi alitumia mfayo kukoroga tui la nazi sufuriani."

Translation: The chef used a carved wooden paddle to stir coconut cream in the pot.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mwiko msuko