coastal [noun]

Ushanga wa Bewa

Maana (Definition)

Intricately strung waist beads worn traditionally by Swahili women beneath their garments.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal waist beads

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ushanga bewa

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Coast

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Bi harusi alivalishwa ushanga wa bewa kabla ya sherehe."

Translation: The bride was adorned with coastal waist beads before the ceremony.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

shanga za kiuno