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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.
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See also

kaonic kaonic hydrogen kaonium Kaoota Kaori Kaoru

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