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Hawaiian
Etymology
From kai- + kaina.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /kai̯ˈkai̯.na/, , (rapid speech)
Noun
kaikaina
- a younger sibling
Ua hele koʻu kaikaina i kahakai.- My younger sibling went to the beach.
Derived terms
Usage notes
- This word is only used for younger siblings who share the same gender as you.
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