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Pronunciation / Transliteration: Pollinesia-in
"폴리네시아 문화는 다양합니다."
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A member of any of the indigenous peoples of the Pacific islands, including Hawaii, New Zealand, and Easter Island.
"The Polynesian culture is rich in traditions and history."
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Relating to the islands or peoples of Polynesia.
"The Polynesian art style is characterized by intricate patterns and vibrant colors."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Polynesian' originates from the Greek words 'poly' meaning 'many' and 'nēsos' meaning 'island'. It was first used in the early 19th century to describe the numerous islands in the central and southern Pacific Ocean inhabited by people sharing similar cultural traits.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Polynesian" is said worldwide
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Polynésien
Transliteration: Polynésien
"La culture polynésienne est fascinante."
Polynesisch
Transliteration: Polynesisch
"Die polynesische Kultur ist reich an Traditionen."
Polinesiano
Transliteration: Polinesiano
"L'arte polinesiana è molto espressiva."
Polinesio
Transliteration: Polinesio
"La música polinesia es muy rítmica."
Polinésio
Transliteration: Polinésio
"A dança polinésia é cheia de energia."
पोलिनेशियन
Transliteration: Polineshiyan
"पोलिनेशियन संस्कृति अद्भुत है।"
波利尼西亚人
Transliteration: Bōlìníxīyàrén
"波利尼西亚文化非常丰富。"
폴리네시아인
Transliteration: Pollinesia-in
"폴리네시아 문화는 다양합니다."
ポリネシア人
Transliteration: Porineshia-jin
"ポリネシア文化は非常に興味深いです。"
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