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coastal [noun]

Wali wa Mkaniki

Maana (Definition)

Fragrant coastal rice dish cooked with whole cloves, black pepper, and dark caramel spices served at weddings.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ceremonial spiced dark rice

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

wali mkaniki

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

"Harusini walipakua wali wa mkaniki wenye harufu ya karafuu."

Translation: At the wedding they served ceremonial spiced dark rice smelling of cloves.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
wali wa harusi
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