coastal
[noun]
Wanja wa machoni
Maana (Definition)
Black powder used traditionally by coastal women to beautify the eyes
Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):
kohl eye cosmetic / antimony powder
Sheng / Standard Equivalent:
wanja
Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Coast
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):
"Bibi harusi alipakatwa na kupakwa wanja wa machoni"
Translation: The bride was adorned and embellished with kohl eye cosmetic
Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):