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swahili [noun]

Rakatani

Maana (Definition)

A resilient coastal shrub found along East African sandy beaches and coral ridges.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal evergreen shrub / beach tree

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mti wa pwani

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Botany
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wavuvi walipumzika chini ya Kivuli cha rakatani."

Translation: The fishermen rested under the shade of the rakatani tree.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
MtimmeaUganga wa Kivuli
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