coastal
[noun]
Mkwasi
Maana (Definition)
An affluent, prosperous individual possessing extensive land, dhows, or commercial wealth.
Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):
wealthy tycoon / affluent landlord
Sheng / Standard Equivalent:
sonko
Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Dialect
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):
"Mkwasi wa mji alinunua mashua mpya ya uvuvi."
Translation: The city tycoon bought a new fishing dhow.
Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):