coastal [noun]

Sanuku ya siri

Maana (Definition)

A small, intricately carved wooden lockbox reinforced with brass rivets used for storing jewels.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

secret brass-bound chest / hidden dowry box

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

sanuku siri

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Heritage Crafts

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Bibi harusi alieka mkufu wa dhahabu ndani ya sanuku ya siri."

Translation: The bride placed her gold necklace inside the secret brass-bound chest.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Inkashafi sanduku Pwani