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coastal [noun]

Denzi

Maana (Definition)

A silver marine fish species found near estuaries and coastal reefs along East Africa.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal sea bream fish species (Rhabdosargus sarba)

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

denzi / samaki wa bahari

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Marine
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mpishi alinunua denzi safi sokoni kwa ajili ya mchuzi wa nazi."

Translation: The chef bought fresh sea bream at the market for coconut fish curry.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
SamakiKufa kupona
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