coastal [noun]

Nangwa

Maana (Definition)

A deep, safe marine fairway through fringing coral reefs allowing dhows to enter coastal harbors.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

navigable ocean channel between coral reefs

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nangwa

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Hydrography

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Nahodha alipitisha chombo kwenye nangwa ya bandari salama."

Translation: The captain navigated the vessel through the reef channel into the safe harbor.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):