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coastal [noun]

Nkano

Maana (Definition)

A traditional evening oral storytelling session where participants compete in solving riddles.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional Swahili riddle duel / oral puzzle contest

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

puzzle game

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Kiamu Coastal Folklore
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wazee na watoto walikusanyika kwa nkano ya vitendawili uwanjani."

Translation: Elders and children gathered for a traditional riddle duel in the yard.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
VitendawiliUtani wa MitaaniEsa mchezo
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