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coastal [noun]

Nganji

Maana (Definition)

Numbness due to cold in coastal dialect, also used in coastal commerce for stashed wealth or capital.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

numbness / cold stiffness / financial stash

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

doo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili / Kimvita
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mikono imeshika nganji kwa sababu ya upepo wa bahari."

Translation: The hands have become numb because of the sea breeze.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
GanziUtulivuAkiba
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