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coastal [noun]

Yaya

Maana (Definition)

A female domestic caregiver tasked with raising infants

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional nanny / child caregiver

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

yaya

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

"Yaya alimlea mtoto kwa mapenzi makubwa"

Translation: The nanny raised the child with immense love

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Mlezi
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