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coastal [noun]

Zamda

Maana (Definition)

Traditional coastal herbal paste used for skin care

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

fragrant herbal salve / cosmetic paste

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

zamda

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

"Alijipaka zamda kabla ya harusi"

Translation: She applied fragrant herbal salve before the wedding

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Urembo
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