coastal [noun]

Tisa ya bahari

Maana (Definition)

The ninth moon phase in traditional Swahili navigation calendar associated with peak tidal currents.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ninth lunar tide cycle / spring tide surge

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tisa bahari

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Nautical Lore

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wavuvi wa zama walijua tisa ya bahari huleta samaki wengi wa kilindi."

Translation: Traditional fishermen knew the ninth lunar tide cycle brings abundant deep-sea fish.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Bahari Maji Uvuvi wa Kipwito