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coastal [noun]

Ulingo wa Wavuvi

Maana (Definition)

Elevated wooden platform built near mangrove shores where coastal fishermen observe tidal shifts and fish shoals.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

fisherman's sea watchtower

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ulingo wavuvi

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

"Wavuvi walikaa kwenye ulingo wa wavuvi wakiangazia samaki."

Translation: Fishermen sat on the sea watchtower spotting shoals of fish.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kitalu cha bahari
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