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coastal [noun]

Ukwaju wa Shada

Maana (Definition)

Whole dried tamarind pod clusters tied together for making traditional sauces and marinades.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

bunched tamarind cluster

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ukwaju shada

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

"Alinunua ukwaju wa shada sokoni kwa ajili ya upishi."

Translation: She bought a bunched tamarind cluster at the market for cooking.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ukwaju
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