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Belau

Belau

9.1
An island country of over 200 islands in the western Pacific also called Palau
  • proper noun
: Belau
  • The official language of Belau is Palauan, along with English.

Examples

  • I visited Belau last summer.

  • The tropical beauty of Belau attracts divers from all over the world.

  • Researchers traveled to Belau to study its unique marine ecosystems.

  • Have you ever been to Belau?

  • The island chain known as Belau is famous for its stunning natural beauty.

  • Many tourists explore Belau each year to experience its unique culture and scenery.

  • Divers flock to Belau for its vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life.

Synonyms

Palau
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11 3.4

An island country in the western Pacific made of over 200 islands

is the island chain itself rather than the country's political entity
Republic of Palau
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1 4.9

An island country in the western Pacific made of many small islands known for clear seas and coral reefs

is the geographic chain name rather than the political nation
Palau Islands
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1 5.0

A group of over 200 islands in the western Pacific that make up the country of Palau

is the traditional local name for the same island chain rather than the country
Pelew
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  • Archaic
9.9

An old name for the chain of islands now called Palau

is the modern name used today rather than the historical form

Surface Forms

Belau main

Etymology

Belau is the name the local people use for the island country; it comes from their language, Palauan, and early visitors changed the sound to 'Palau'. That's why locals call the islands Belau while English speakers usually say 'Palau'.