How to Say “Monk Seal” in Hawaiian

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ʻīlioholoikauaua
The English phrase "monk seal" is ʻīlioholoikauaua in Hawaiian.
This noun refers to a seal belonging to the genus Monachus.
Meaning: a seal of the genus Monachus (noun)

Did you know?

  • The name ʻīlioholoikauaua literally translates to 'dog that chases the waves'.
  • The Hawaiian monk seal is one of only two species of monk seals remaining in the world, and it is found nowhere else on Earth.
  • The first part of the word, ʻīlio, means 'dog', a term used in Hawaiian to describe many different animals that do not resemble domestic canines.

Examples in context

  • Keia wahi i noho ai ka niho 'ilio.
    This is where the monk seal resides.
  • Ua ʻike ʻia ka ʻīlioholoikauaua ma ke kai.
    The monk seal was seen in the ocean.

Example conversation

Two friends are walking along the beach.

  1. Noelani

    E nānā, he ʻīlioholoikauaua kēlā!
    Look, that is a monk seal!
  2. Koa

    He nani loa ka ʻīlioholoikauaua.
    The monk seal is very beautiful.
  3. Noelani

    E mālama kākou i ka ʻīlioholoikauaua.
    Let us protect the monk seal.
  4. Koa

    ʻAe, he mea waiwai kēlā.
    Yes, that is a precious thing.
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