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coastal [noun]

Wira wa Pwani

Maana (Definition)

Rhythmic work chant sung in unison by fishermen and dhow crews while hauling nets or sails.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal work song / dhow chanting

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

wira pwani

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

"Wavuvi waliimba wira wa pwani walipokuwa wakivuta wavu."

Translation: Fishermen sang a coastal work song while pulling in the heavy net.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
nyimbo za kazi
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