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coastal [noun]

Vangavanga

Maana (Definition)

High-energy traditional coastal celebration characterized by drumming and dancing

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

wild festivity / rhythmic chaotic dancing

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vangavanga

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

"Sherehe ilijaa vangavanga za ngoma za pwani"

Translation: The party was filled with wild rhythmic coastal dancing

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Sherehe
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