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coastal [noun]

Qubba

Maana (Definition)

Domed shrine or traditional architectural cupola built over historic coastal tombs and mosques.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

architectural dome / sacred tomb shrine

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dome

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic qubba
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Qubba ya msikiti wa kale wa Kilwa inavutia sana."

Translation: The architectural dome of Kilwa's ancient mosque is very impressive.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Asiyekubali kushindwa si mshindanikilelemnara
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