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10 Language-to-English DictionariesPolynesia
/ˌpɒlɪˈniːʒə/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A group of islands in the central and southern Pacific Ocean, including Hawaii, New Zealand, and Easter Island.
"Polynesia is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural landscapes." - 2
The region characterized by a large number of islands and diverse cultures, languages, and traditions.
"The cultures of Polynesia are diverse, with each island having its own unique traditions."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Polynesia' is derived 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 scattered across the central and southern Pacific Ocean.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Polynesia" is said worldwide
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Polynésie
Transliteration: Polynésie
"La Polynésie est célèbre pour ses plages magnifiques."
Polynesien
Transliteration: Polynesien
"Die Polynesien sind bekannt für ihre einzigartige Kultur."
Polinesia
Transliteration: Polinesia
"La Polinesia è famosa per le sue isole tropicali."
Polinesia
Transliteration: Polinesia
"La Polinesia es conocida por su biodiversidad."
Polinésia
Transliteration: Polinésia
"A Polinésia é um destino turístico popular."
पोलिनेशिया
Transliteration: Polinēśiyā
"पोलिनेशिया अपनी अद्भुत संस्कृति के लिए प्रसिद्ध है।"
波利尼西亚
Transliteration: Bōlìníxīyà
"波利尼西亚以其丰富的文化而闻名。"
폴리네시아
Transliteration: Pollinesia
"폴리네시아는 아름다운 해변으로 유명합니다."
ポリネシア
Transliteration: Porineshia
"ポリネシアはその多様な文化で知られています。"
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