coastal [noun]

Ria ya upepo

Maana (Definition)

A strong, sudden gust of wind filling dhow sails and accelerating navigation.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sudden sailing gust / favorable breeze

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

upepo poa wa chombo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bajuni Sailing Terminology

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Jahazi lilipata ria ya upepo na kusafiri kwa kasi kubwa."

Translation: The dhow caught a sudden sailing gust and traveled at high speed.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Upepo Vuguvugu Upepo wa Matlai