coastal [phrase]

Pagaa mzuka

Maana (Definition)

To be swept up in spiritual or musical trance during coastal ritual dances.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

enter a spirit trance / get wildly inspired

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

pagaa mzuka

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mwimbaji alipagaa mzuka na kuimba kwa sauti ya juu."

Translation: The singer entered a wild trance and sang at a high pitch.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Pagawa shikwa na ngoma