Paumotu Archipelago
- proper noun
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archipiélago de Paumotu
- The Paumotu Archipelago is known for its stunning coral reefs and clear turquoise waters.
Examples
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Researchers are studying climate change effects on the Paumotu Archipelago and its delicate ecosystems.
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Many divers travel to the Paumotu Archipelago to experience its abundant marine life.
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The Paumotu Archipelago is known for its stunning coral reefs.
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Have you ever visited the Paumotu Archipelago?
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Many divers travel to the Paumotu Archipelago to experience its abundant marine life.
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Researchers are studying climate change effects on the Paumotu Archipelago and its delicate ecosystems.
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The Paumotu Archipelago is known for its stunning coral reefs and clear turquoise waters.
Synonyms
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A group of about 80 coral atolls in French Polynesia in the central South Pacific
A group of about 80 coral islands in French Polynesia with clear blue lagoons
A group of about eighty coral islands in French Polynesia that are part of the Tuamotu Islands
Surface Forms
Morphology
Paumotu + archipelago
This is a compositional proper-name + noun phrase: 'Paumotu' functions as a place name and 'archipelago' means a cluster of islands. A B1 learner who knows the constituents (recognises Paumotu as a name and knows 'archipelago') can readily infer it denotes the group of islands called Paumotu and will not need idiomatic knowledge.
Etymology
Paumotu Archipelago may come from the local island language: Paumotu is understood as 'many islands' or 'island people', which gives a clear picture of lots of low coral islands spread across the sea. That's why the name points to this group of islands and their people.