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Reconstruction:Proto-Polynesian/faka

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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

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Etymology

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(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.)

Preposition

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*faka

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Descendants

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  • Hawaiian: hoʻo-
  • Maori: whaka-
  • Penrhyn: aka-
  • Rarotongan: ‘aka-
  • Samoan: fa'a
  • Tongan: faka
  • Wallisian: faka