mmrima

How to say it

Meaning

an inhabitant of the East African coastal region (the Mrima coast), where Swahili is the native language.

Good to know

Refers to a native of the historical Mrima coast of Tanzania, the coastal homeland of Swahili language and culture; also spelled Mmrima.

Examples

• Mmrirna huyo alizaliwa karibu na bahari.That coast dweller was born near the sea.
• Je, familia yako ni ya mmrirna?Is your family of coastal origin?
• Hakuwa mmrirna, alitoka bara.He was not a coast dweller; he came from inland.
• Watu wa Mrima watajulikana kama mmrirna.People of Mrima will be known as coast dwellers.