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coastal [noun]

Njuwa

Maana (Definition)

A small, brilliantly colored bird that feeds on flower nectar along coastal gardens.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sunbird / coastal nectar feeder

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

njuwa

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

"Njuwa alitua juu ya ua kunyonya asali."

Translation: The sunbird perched on top of the flower to sip nectar.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ndege wa uaChiriku
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