Reconstruction:Proto-Polynesian/lupe

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This Proto-Polynesian entry contains reconstructed terms and roots. As such, the term(s) in this entry are not directly attested, but are hypothesized to have existed based on comparative evidence.

Proto-Polynesian

Etymology

Compare Fijian ruve.

Pronunciation

IPA(key): /ˈlu.pe/

Noun

*lupe

  1. dove (bird)

Descendants

  • Maori: rupe
  • Samoan: lupe
  • Tongan: lupe