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An English-based creole that emerged on the plantations of Hawaiʻi in the late 19th century. Now native to a substantial share of the Hawaiʻi-born population, with influences from Hawaiian, Portuguese, Cantonese, and Japanese.
ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
Also known as: Hawaiian
The indigenous Polynesian language of the Hawaiian Islands. Co-official with English in Hawaiʻi and the focus of an ongoing revitalisation movement after near-extinction in the 20th century.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi?
ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi is a dialect of the Hawaiian language.
Where is ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi spoken?
ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi is primarily spoken in United States.
Which region is ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi associated with?
ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi is part of the North America region on DialectAtlas.
Is ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi known by other names?
Yes — ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi is also referred to as Hawaiian.
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