Reconstruction:Proto-Polynesian/malino

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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

From Proto-Oceanic *malino, from a prefixed form of Proto-Malayo-Polynesian *linaw (calm, still, as the surface of water).

Pronunciation

Adjective

*malino

  1. calm

Descendants

  • Hawaiian: malino
  • Maori: marino