coastal [noun]

Nakhoda wa bahari

Maana (Definition)

An experienced coastal sea captain skilled in traditional celestial navigation and dhow sailing.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

master dhow captain / sea navigator

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

capten wa jahazi / nakhoda

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Persian loanword ('nakhoda')

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Nakhoda wa bahari aliongoza jahazi salama hadi Kisiwa cha Pemba."

Translation: The master dhow captain navigated the vessel safely to Pemba Island.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Dau linaloenda mrama halikosi nahodha mbovu mkuza