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Meaning of kaona | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1

Definitions

A hidden or secondary meaning in Hawaiian poetry that can only be understood in cultural context; the use thereof.

Examples

“Without the knowledge of cultural codes in Hawaiian, foreigners who understood the language could still be counted on to miss kaona”

CEFR level

B1

Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

See also

kaonic kaonic hydrogen kaonium Kaoota Kaori Kaoru