coastal [noun]

Mgahawa wa kahawa chungu

Maana (Definition)

A traditional open-air coastal meeting spot where men gather to drink bitter spiced coffee and discuss community affairs.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal bitter coffee parlor / traditional street porch lounge

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kahawa spot

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Social Culture

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wazee walikaa mgahawani wa kahawa chungu wakijadiliana habari za mji."

Translation: Elders sat at the bitter coffee parlor discussing town news.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

kijiwe mgahawa wa kienyeji