coastal [noun]

Swafina

Maana (Definition)

An ancient poetic coastal term for a sturdy ocean dhow or sea vessel navigating deep waters.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sailing vessel / ocean-going ark

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

swafina

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic safīnah

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Swafina iling'oa nanga alfajiri kuelekea Pemba."

Translation: The sailing vessel weighed anchor at dawn heading for Pemba.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Chombo cha tanga Jahazi meli