coastal [noun]

Riba ya baharini

Maana (Definition)

An unusual surge in sea level or high-tide swell caused by lunar alignment along coastal reefs.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

oceanic tide surge / coastal tidal swell

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

riba ya maji

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wavuvi walirudi ufukweni baada ya kuona riba ya baharini ikiongezeka."

Translation: The fishermen returned to shore after seeing the ocean tide surge increase.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

ufuriko maji kujaa Wimbi