coastal [noun]

Utambuzi wa Nyota

Maana (Definition)

Ancient nautical science of navigating dhows across the Indian Ocean by star maps

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal celestial navigation by stars

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

rada ya nyota

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Coast

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mabaharia wa kale walitumia utambuzi wa nyota baharini"

Translation: Ancient sailors used celestial star navigation in the ocean

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

ubaharia