swahili [noun]

Mluzi wa upepo

Maana (Definition)

The distinctive high-pitched sound created by strong coastal winds blowing through coconut palms and dhow rigging.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

whistling of the wind / howling coastal breeze

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

sauti ya upepo / wind noise

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Onomatopoeic Expression

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mluzi wa upepo ulisikika usiku kucha kando ya ufukwe."

Translation: The whistling of the wind was heard all night along the shore.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Upepo whistling Sauti