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coastal [noun]

Yashina

Maana (Definition)

Rhythmic foot-tapping dance step performed by Bajuni women during festivals

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional Swahili women's dance step in Bajuni islands

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

yashina

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

"Wanawake walicheza yashina kwa furaha kubwa"

Translation: Women danced the traditional Bajuni dance step with great joy

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ngoma ya pwani
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