Makua
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A Hawaiian male name meaning parent or elder
- proper noun
- /məˈkuːə/
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Makua
- As the eldest son, I was honored to be named Makua in our tradition.
Examples
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Aloha, makua hale.
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Makua hale, I know this place.
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My grandfather, a wise Makua, always shared stories from our family's past.
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In our community, every Makua is respected for their wisdom and experience.
Surface Forms
Makua main
Etymology
Makua is a Hawaiian personal name that comes from the Hawaiian word mākua, which means 'parent' or 'elder'. So the name is often given to honor an older family member or a respected leader.