coastal [noun]

Mfyagio

Maana (Definition)

A stiff broom crafted from coconut frond midribs used for sweeping sandy outdoor courtyards.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional coastal palm broom / yard sweeper

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mfyagio

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mama alitumia mfyagio kusafisha baraza la nyumba."

Translation: Mother used the traditional palm broom to clean the front veranda.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Ufagio wa Palma ufagio wa kienyeji