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Austrália

name

A large country located in Oceania that includes the main island and Tasmania.

“Ami ba vizita Austrália iha tinan kotuk.”

We went to visit Australia last year.

Also means

Australia (a country consisting of a main island, the island of Tasmania and other smaller islands, located in Oceania; historically, a collection of former colonies of the British Empire)
Australia (a continent consisting of the land on the Australian tectonic plate, i.e. Australia, New Guinea and intervening islands)
Australia (a country)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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aanAppears in an example

noun

The physical structure of a person or animal.

“Nia aan moras.”

His body is sick.

Also means

body

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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abutAppears in an example

noun

The part of a plant that grows under the ground to hold it in place and take up water.

“Ai-tahan nia abut boot.”

The tree's root is big.

Also means

root

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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adatAppears in an example

noun

A traditional practice or belief that is passed down through generations.

“Ne'e mak ita-nia adat.”

This is our custom.

Also means

custom, tradition
custom

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ainAppears in an example

noun

The lower limb of the human body, including the foot.

“Ha'u-nia ain moras.”

My leg is sore.

Also means

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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atenAppears in an example

noun

A large internal organ in the body that cleans the blood and helps digestion.

“Aten mak parte ida husi ita-nia isin.”

The liver is one part of our body.

Also means

liver

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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batónAppears in an example

noun

A cosmetic product applied to the lips to add color.

“Iha ninia pasta iha batón ida.”

There is a lipstick in her bag.

Also means

lipstick

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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beleAppears in an example

verb

Used to express the ability to do something or to ask for permission.

“Ita bele mai ha'u nia uma.”

You can come to my house.

Also means

can
to be able

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bokonAppears in an example

adj

Covered or soaked in water or another liquid.

“Ha'u-nia roupa bokon tanba udan.”

My clothes are wet because of the rain.

Also means

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bubuAppears in an example

verb

To become larger or distended, usually as a result of an injury or fluid accumulation.

“Nia ain bubu tanba monu.”

His foot is swollen because he fell.

Also means

to swell

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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butiAppears in an example

verb

To apply pressure to something with your hands or fingers.

“Buti ai-fuan ne'e atu foti ninia ran.”

Squeeze this fruit to get its juice.

Also means

to squeeze, to press
to squeeze

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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cacatAppears in an example

adj

A term used to describe someone who has a physical disability.

“Nia cacat tanba asidente ida.”

He is handicapped because of an accident.

Also means

handicapped

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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daukAppears in an example

adv

Used to describe something that has not happened or is continuing to happen.

“Nia dauk mai.”

He/she has not come yet.

Also means

still, yet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ferikAppears in an example

adj

An adjective used specifically to describe an elderly woman.

“Nia mak ferik ida ne'ebé matenek.”

She is a wise old woman.

Also means

old (of women)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fetoAppears in an example

noun

An adult female human being.

“Feto ne'e ha'u-nia inan.”

This woman is my mother.

Also means

woman

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fetonAppears in an example

adj

Refers to a person or animal of the female sex.

“Nia iha alin feton ida.”

He/She has one younger sister.

Also means

female

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fitisAppears in an example

noun

The fleshy back part of the human leg below the knee.

“Ha'u-nia fitis moras tanba halai maka'as.”

My calf hurts because I ran fast.

Also means

calf (of the leg)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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fóAppears in an example

verb

To hand something over to another person or provide something to someone.

“Ha'u fó livru ba nia.”

I give the book to him/her.

Also means

to give

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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futiAppears in an example

noun

A small, hard growth on the surface of the skin.

“Nia liman iha futi ida.”

He has a wart on his hand.

Also means

wart

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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haluhaAppears in an example

verb

To fail to remember something.

“Hau haluha lori ha'u-nia pasta.”

I forgot to bring my bag.

Also means

to forget

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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hitinAppears in an example

noun

The area on the top of the thighs when a person is sitting down.

“Labarik tur iha inan nia hitin.”

The child is sitting on the mother's lap.

Also means

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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hosuAppears in an example

noun

The act of releasing gas from the digestive system through the anus.

“Labarik sira he'e tanba nia hosu.”

The children laughed because he farted.

Also means

fart

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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husarAppears in an example

noun

The small mark or depression on the center of the human stomach.

“Nia husar boot.”

His navel is big.

Also means

navel

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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huunAppears in an example

noun

A sudden puff of air or a gust of wind.

“Ai-fun ne'e monu tanba huun anin nian.”

The flower fell because of the blast of wind.

Also means

blow
blast
spirit

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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IndonéziaAppears in an example

name

A large country and group of islands located in Southeast Asia.

“Indonézia mak nasaun boot ida iha ita-nia rejiaun.”

Indonesia is a large country in our region.

Also means

Indonesia (a country and archipelago in maritime Southeast Asia)
Indonesia

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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karretaAppears in an example

noun

A road vehicle with four wheels that is powered by an engine.

“Nia lori karreta foun ida.”

He is driving a new car.

Also means

car
cart

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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katarAppears in an example

noun

A physical sensation on the skin that makes you want to scratch it.

“Ha'u-nia liman katar hela.”

My hand is itching.

Also means

itch

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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koiAppears in an example

verb

To rub the skin with your fingernails, often to relieve an itch.

“Labarik koi nia liman.”

The child scratches their hand.

Also means

to scratch

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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kulitAppears in an example

noun

The natural outer covering of a person or animal, or a processed hide used as leather.

“Nia kulit sai mean tanba loron-manas.”

His skin turned red because of the hot sun.

Also means

skin
leather; hide

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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lahoAppears in an example

noun

A small rodent that is often found in houses or fields. It is a common pest.

“Laho ida han ha'u-nia paun.”

A mouse ate my bread.

Also means

mouse
rat

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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lakanAppears in an example

noun

The hot, glowing part of a fire.

“Lakan ahi nian boot tebes.”

The flame of the fire is very big.

Also means

flame

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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lianAppears in an example

noun

The sound produced by a person when speaking or singing. It also refers to a specific language spoken by a group.

“Nia iha lian ne'ebé furak.”

She has a beautiful voice.

Also means

voice
language

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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limanAppears in an example

noun

The part of the body at the end of the arm, including the fingers.

“Fó ó-nia liman mai ha'u.”

Give me your hand.

Also means

hand
arm

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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lisanAppears in an example

noun

A practice or way of behaving that is traditional in a specific community or culture.

“Ne'e mak lisan husi ami-nia suku.”

This is a custom from our village.

Also means

custom
tradition

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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luanAppears in an example

noun

The measurement of how wide something is from side to side.

“Ami-nia meza ne'e luan.”

Our table is wide.

Also means

width

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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luunAppears in an example

noun

A drop of clear salty liquid that comes from the eye when crying.

“Nia matan-been no luun suli tun.”

Her tears flowed down.

Also means

tear

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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maasAppears in an example

verb

To open your mouth wide and inhale deeply because you are tired or bored.

“Nia maas tanba nia kole.”

He yawns because he is tired.

Also means

to yawn

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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malaeAppears in an example

adj

Coming from or belonging to another country; not native.

“Ita vizita fatin malae nian.”

We visited a foreign place.

Also means

foreign

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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maneAppears in an example

noun

An adult male human being.

“Mane neé mak haú nia belun.”

That man is my friend.

Also means

man
specifically adult male human

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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matanAppears in an example

noun

The part of the body used for seeing.

“Nia matan kór metan.”

Her eyes are black.

Also means

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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mateAppears in an example

adj

Describes someone or something that is no longer alive.

“Nia tiun mate ona.”

His uncle is already dead.

Also means

dead (no longer alive)
dead

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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moeAppears in an example

adj

Feeling unhappy or uncomfortable because you did something wrong or feel shy.

“nia sente moe tanba nia sala.”

He feels ashamed because he made a mistake.

Also means

ashamed

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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morasAppears in an example

adj

A state of being unwell or suffering from an illness.

“Nia moras hela ohin.”

He is sick today.

Also means

sick
ill

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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mutaAppears in an example

verb

To bring food or liquid up from your stomach through your mouth because you are sick.

“Labarik ne'e muta tanba nia moras.”

The child is vomiting because they are sick.

Also means

to vomit

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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mutinAppears in an example

adj

The color of fresh snow or milk.

“Ita-nia karau neʼe mutin.”

Your cow is white.

Also means

white

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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nia

pron

A pronoun used to refer to a male person.

“Nia bá ona merkadu.”

He has already gone to the market.

Also means

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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nagaAppears in an example

noun

A colored spot on a person's skin that is present at birth.

“Nia iha naga iha liman-fuan.”

She has a birthmark on her finger.

Also means

birthmark

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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noinAppears in an example

noun

A person's capacity for thought or their sense of right and wrong. It refers to your inner consciousness.

“Ita-nia noin importante tebes ba moris.”

Your mind is very important for life.

Also means

mind
conscience

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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portuAppears in an example

noun

A place on the coast where ships can dock to load and unload goods or passengers.

“Naviu to'o iha portu Dili nian.”

The ship arrived at the port of Dili.

Also means

port
harbor

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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raanAppears in an example

noun

The red liquid that flows through the bodies of humans and animals.

“Iha raan iha ninia liman.”

There is blood on his/her hand.

Also means

blood

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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rainAppears in an example

noun

A word used to refer to a nation or a specific territory.

“Ita-nia rain furak tebes.”

Our country is very beautiful.

Also means

country

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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rateAppears in an example

noun

A place where a person is buried. It can also refer to a graveyard or cemetery.

“Nia rate iha foho-leten.”

His grave is on the mountain.

Also means

grave; tomb
cemetery
grave

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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riku[ˈhi.ku]Appears in an example

adj

Having a lot of money, property, or valuable possessions.

“Nia família riku tebes.”

His family is very wealthy.

Also means

wealthy

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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salaAppears in an example

noun

An action or decision that is incorrect or results in an error.

“Ne'e la'ós ha'u-nia sala.”

That is not my fault.

Also means

fault
mistake

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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seeAppears in an example

verb

To change the direction one is facing or to present something to someone.

“See o nia oin ba ne'e.”

Turn your face this way.

Also means

to turn
to present

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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semoAppears in an example

noun

The act of moving through the air, like a bird or an airplane.

“Manu ne'e nia semo mak maka'as tebes.”

The flight of this bird is very fast.

Also means

flight (the act of flying)
flight

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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stetoskopAppears in an example

noun

A medical instrument used by doctors to listen to the sounds of a person's heart or lungs.

“Doutór uza stetoskop atu rona pasiente nia fuan.”

The doctor uses a stethoscope to listen to the patient's heart.

Also means

stethoscope

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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suratAppears in an example

noun

A written or printed message that is usually sent by mail or given to someone.

“Ha'u hakerek surat ida ba ha'u-nia belun.”

I am writing a letter to my friend.

Also means

letter (written message)
letter

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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susuAppears in an example

verb

To draw something into the mouth by creating a vacuum with the lips and tongue.

“Labarik-ki'ik susu nia inan nia susubeen.”

The baby is sucking his mother's milk.

Also means

to suck

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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tataAppears in an example

verb

To use your teeth to cut into or grip something.

“Katuas ne'e fahi tata nia liman.”

The pig bit the old man's hand.

Also means

to bite

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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telefoneAppears in an example

noun

A device used for talking to people who are far away.

“Hau telefone ba nia.”

I telephone him.

Also means

telephone

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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tuanAppears in an example

adj

Describing something that has been around for a long time and is not new.

“Kadeira tuan ne'e lakon tiha ona nia kór.”

This old chair has already lost its color.

Also means

old (of inanimate objects)
old

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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tutunAppears in an example

noun

The highest part or surface of something.

“Uluk ami sa'e ba foho nia tutun.”

Earlier we climbed to the top of the mountain.

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Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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umaAppears in an example

noun

A building where people live.

“Ne'e ha'u-nia uma.”

This is my house.

Also means

house (abode)
house

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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universidadeAppears in an example

noun

A high-level educational institution where students study for degrees.

“Nia estuda iha universidade.”

He studies at the university.

Also means

university

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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utiAppears in an example

noun

The male reproductive organ.

“Uti mak feto no mane nia parte isin nian.”

The penis is part of the male anatomy.

Also means

penis

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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utuAppears in an example

noun

A small insect that lives in hair or on the body.

“Ina buka utu iha nia oan nia ulun.”

Mother is looking for lice in her child's hair.

Also means

louse

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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votuAppears in an example

noun

A choice or opinion expressed by a person in an election.

“Ema hotu iha direitu atu fó sira-nia votu.”

Everyone has the right to cast their vote.

Also means

vote

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) — Wave 9 (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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