coastal [noun]

Ofia

Maana (Definition)

Hand-embroidered traditional cap worn by Swahili men along the coast, especially during prayers or ceremonies.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

embroidered coastal cap / kofia

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kofia

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili / Swahili Arabic

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mzee alivalia ofia safi yenye duara za nakshi."

Translation: The elder wore a clean embroidered cap with decorative circles.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Vulia kofia kashida Eneza kilemba